Position Number: 0065580
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term until July 2026
Department: Advancement, Communications and Marketing
Salary: UoM 8 - $119,742-$129,607 p.a. plus 17% super
- Lead impactful communications / Shape University's scientific narrative / Engage diverse stakeholders
- Apply now to elevate the Faculty of Science's profile through innovative communication strategies
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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Your next career opportunity
As Communication Manager (Science), you'll spearhead strategic communications projects for the Faculty of Science, driving awareness and advocacy both internally and externally. You'll have the opportunity to develop and deliver compelling content across various channels, manage stakeholder relationships, and lead reputation-building initiatives. Your role will be crucial in managing and executing communication projects that maximise opportunities benefiting the broader University while working closely with senior leaders.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Develop and execute communication projects: Plan, manage, and deliver proactive media, communications, and stakeholder engagement activities to enhance the Faculty's profile.
- Create and coordinate engaging content: Produce and oversee the creation of timely, high-quality content for various internal and external channels, including news pieces, websites, and the University’s research news site, Pursuit.
- Provide strategic advice: Offer communications guidance to senior leaders, particularly on internal communications and issues management.
- Manage stakeholder relationships: Coordinate and foster effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support key communication initiatives.
You may be a great fit if:
You are an experienced communications professional with a proven track record in managing and delivering strategic communication projects within a large, complex organisation, possessing excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to create and coordinate compelling content across various platforms.
You may also:
- Have experience in relevant media and communications field.
- Demonstrate efficient communication skills.
- Excel in complex project decision-making, requiring high levels of expertise and judgement.
- Have a proven agile and nimble approach to work, with the ability to manage multiple project priorities.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – Advancement, Communications and Marketing
This position is within the Communications and Marketing team under the Advancement, Communications and Marketing function of the University, led by the Vice-President 0065545 The University of Melbourne Page 5 of 6 (Advancement, Communications and Marketing). Advancement works with colleagues across the University and its affiliates to facilitate mutually beneficial relationships between the University and its alumni, friends and benefactors. Communications and Marketing formulates and leads strategies in support of the University of Melbourne’s overarching strategic plan, Advancing Melbourne.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
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
If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. 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.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including 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 Ivanka Yan 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 details listed on the Position Description.
