Communications Officer – UNSW Business School

Communications Officer – UNSW Business School

Job no: 527710

Work type: full time

Location: Sydney, NSW

Categories: Business Development / Industry Engagement, Strategy, Knowledge Exchange

Remuneration: Level 6: $100,354 - $107,054 plus superannuation

Employment Type: Continuing, Full Time (35-hour week)

Location: Kensington, NSW (the successful candidate is required to work minimum 3 days on campus)

Position Summary:

The Communications Officer plays a key role in increasing student and industry engagement in professional development and career-focused initiatives across UG, PG and MBA cohorts. This role is responsible for increasing the visibility of Career Accelerator and Student Engagement Team offerings amongst students to increase participation in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and Career Development Learning (CDL) initiatives and communicate to industry the value of supporting these initiatives. The role reports to the Engagement Manager, supporting the Career Accelerator and Student Engagement Team and has no direct reports.

Accountabilities:

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Accountabilities)

• In collaboration with the Career Accelerator and Student Engagement team, plan, develop and execute a promotion strategy that will increase visibility, awareness and participation in Career Accelerator and Student Engagement activities by students, industry and alumni.
• Manage online communities and oversee communications to UG, PG and MBA students to increase engagement with and participation in Work Integrated Learning and Career Development Learning initiatives.
• Work in collaboration with the Engagement, Program and Career Education teams to develop and maintain relationships between industry and the Career Accelerator and Student Engagement team.
• Develop and implement innovative strategies and solutions to effectively communicate Career Accelerator and Student Engagement initiatives to a range of stakeholders while ensuring reach to underrepresented groups at the University.
• Compile data and produce reports on team activities, student engagement and outcomes.
• Proactively assist with research reports, peer-reviewed publications, presentations, ethics applications and progress reports.
• Work proactively and collaboratively with equivalent individuals/teams across the UNSW Business School.
• Represent the Business School at relevant events, meetings, forums and other activities as required.

Skills and Experience:

To be considered you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Skills and Experience)

• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated skills in developing online communications and proficiency in EDM software, maintaining databases and social media campaigns.
• Demonstrated skills in coordinating and supporting career development and WIL programs and an understanding of the employment and job market will be highly regarded.
• Experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including social media platforms, marketing campaign software and data collection tools.
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal and written communication skills with a high level of attention to detail and an ability to initiate and maintain effective stakeholder relationships whilst exercising discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.

Benefits and Culture:

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

Our benefits include:

• Flexible Working Options (3 days in office)
• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits

How to Apply:

Submit both a Cover Letter and CV online via the UNSW Job Board before Sunday 13th October 2024 by 11:30pm. Please ensure your Cover Letter addresses the Skills and Experience mentioned in the advert (no more than 1-2 pages).

Get in Touch:

Any applications sent to the contacts below will not be accepted.

If you have any queries about the role, please contact Elena Holland at elena.holland@unsw.edu.au.

If you have any queries about the recruitment process, please contact Allyssar Hamoud at a.hamoud@unsw.edu.au.

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Position Description

Advertised: 26 Sep 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 13 Oct 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time