Communications Officer (Principal Project Officer)

Communications Officer (Principal Project Officer)

Location: Herston Campus

Time Type: Part time

Posted On: Posted 5 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: R-42559

The Australian Women and Girls' Health Research (AWaGHR) Centre within School of Public Health

Position: Part-time (80%), fixed-term position for up to 1 year

Base Salary: $98,582.63 - $107,349.47 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)

About This Opportunity

The Australian Women and Girls' Health Research Centre (AWaGHR) requires a motivated and enthusiastic Principal Communications Officer to develop key messages supporting our research, liaise with stakeholders and the wider community, and raise awareness of the Centre.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Support the development and delivery of the AWaGHR Communication Plan, aligning with the Centre’s strategic priorities.
• Manage communication services for research promotion and stakeholder engagement.
• Produce and manage communication content for websites (e.g., ALSWH, AWaGHR) using WordPress, supervise staff, and liaise with external service providers.
• Create and maintain newsletters for ALSWH participants, AWaGHR Centre, and specific projects.
• Prepare submissions on matters relevant to women and girls' health research.
• Advise AWaGHR staff and students on media and communication strategies, including media releases and conference materials.
• Participate in knowledge translation strategies and stakeholder engagement to promote research findings.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, and purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

Qualifications and training equivalent to an undergraduate degree in science communication or a related field and at least 4 years subsequent relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Demonstrated experience summarising complex research findings into content accessible to a range of end consumers - e.g., health professionals, general public, policy makers.

Strong knowledge in contemporary communication practices, as demonstrated through recent work experience and a track record of successful delivery.

Ability to effectively promote research programs to multiple audiences (including industry, government, community and professional bodies).

Knowledge/skills in website development and content management (e.g., WordPress).

Knowledge/skills across a range of content development platforms - e.g., graphics (CANVA), animation (e.g., Vyond), social media, etc.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia.

Work Rights:

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact A/Professor Leigh Tooth (l.tooth@uq.edu.au). For application queries (including the full job description), please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section
• Resume

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close: Thursday 24th November 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-42559). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Thursday 7th November 2024.