Job no: 0063875
Location: Parkville
Role type: Part-time (0.6 FTE); Fixed Term for 12 months
Department: Student and Scholarly Services (SASS)
Salary: UOM 7 – $106,432 – $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
- Enhances audience engagement with Archives and Special Collections, focusing on accessibility and outreach.
- Shape inclusive access to cultural resources and foster community connections within a prestigious academic environment.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The Coordinator, Audience Development & Digital Access will enhance audience engagement and retention with the University’s Archives and Special Collections by designing evidence-based outreach initiatives. Aligned with the University’s Widening Participation Program, the role focuses on identifying barriers to access for diverse audiences and developing a comprehensive communications plan. The appointee will also create a sustainable strategy for digital resources and programming, collaborating with various University teams to consolidate existing online resources and plan for future digital access.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Evaluate access and engagement activities, collecting user experience data aligned with ASC’s strategic goals.
- Analyse data to identify audiences and enhance ASC’s online presence.
- Create a sustainable framework for publishing engaging digital content in line with the University’s web accessibility policy.
- Deliver a strategic communication program for ASC’s activities while building stakeholder relationships to boost engagement.
Who we are looking for
You will have a demonstrated understanding of audience development frameworks within cultural organisations or the GLAM sector, alongside strong written and verbal communication skills to engage diverse audiences. You will be capable of leading and monitoring projects independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, and effectively reporting on progress.
You will also have:
- Extensive experience in developing and delivering digital content, including knowledge of web accessibility, SEO tactics, and digital marketing tools.
- Demonstrated expertise in collecting, analysing, and utilising both quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate audience engagement and access activities, with familiarity in Human-Centred Design and User Experience frameworks.
- A relevant postgraduate qualification in media and communications, digital development, or a related discipline, along with an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
- Tertiary qualifications and professional experience in communications, arts, or cultural heritage management, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Archives and Special Collections (ASC)
ASC develops, provides care for, and facilitates access to the University of Melbourne Archives, Rare Books, Prints and Drawings, Rare Music, Maps and East Asian collections. The department is led by the Associate Director, Archives and Special Collections and University Archivist. It sits within Research and Collection Stewardship, a sub-portfolio of Scholarly Services led by the Director and University Librarian.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
The University of Melbourne
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The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Walid via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
