• Provide strategic communications support aligned with university-wide goals aligning with UWA's strategic objectives of enhancing brand reputation and attracting students.
• Play a crucial role in developing and implementing internal communication strategies.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range (Level 6): $ 91,833 – $ 97,052 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Brand, Marketing and Recruitment (BMR) division provides organisational wide brand strategy and ongoing brand management, strategic marketing and planning, marketing communications activities; digital communication, research and segmentation. BMR provides sales and marketing planning and campaign assistance to help attract and recruit students. Marketing and recruitment activities planned and implemented by the BMR team are designed to help achieve the University strategic goals of brand and reputation building and attracting domestic and international students to study at UWA.

About the opportunity

You will provide senior administrative and executive support to deliver and support the Central Units with university wide communications services. You will provide a range of communication advice and support, in line with university strategy, to key internal clients within the Central Units and will coordinate a range of communication channels.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency (Degree in Communications, Public Relations, or equivalent)
• Substantial relevant experience working in a varied communications / public relations role
• Experience in producing high quality digital communications including developing content, managing and maintaining websites, social media platforms, fact sheets, briefing notes, correspondence, presentations and e-newsletters
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience in producing high-quality communications suitable for a variety of channels and audiences
• Highly developed organisational skills to effectively plan and implement communication programs and projects

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:  Position Description - Communications Adviser (517875).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Pepita Smyth at Pepita.Smyth@uwa.edu.au 

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, the content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 14 July 2024

Benefits

• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more. 12.5 days paid personal/carer’s leave with eligible staff receiving 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• Salary packaging options and 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

About The University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.