Senior Manager, Student Communications

Senior Manager, Student Communications

Job No.: 567624

Work type: Continuing

Full-time, ongoing position

Based at: Melbourne (Bundoora) campus

Opportunity: Make a meaningful impact in a highly rewarding role

Exciting time: Join La Trobe with new programs and growth underway

About the position

This senior leadership role ensures that all communication efforts align with institutional goals, strategies, and student needs, fostering an innovative communication service that contributes to enhanced student outcomes. The Senior Manager will oversee the Student Communications service, supporting broader student engagement initiatives within the PVC Student Experience and Employability division, as well as the wider DVCA portfolio, to meet the strategic goals and objectives of La Trobe University.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will need:

• Proven ability to lead communication teams within large institutions, ideally in the tertiary education sector.
• A track record of developing innovative strategies and implementing practical solutions for driving strategic change.
• Strong awareness and understanding of the University's activities, objectives, and strategic direction, both current and future, in a global context.
• Demonstrated leadership and accountability in achieving objectives and managing programs that impact a significant area at the divisional level or equivalent.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

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Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55pm Sunday 27th October 2024

Enquiries: Recruitment@latrobe.edu.au

Position Description below:

PD HEO10 Senior Manager Student Communications.pdf

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Advertised: 10/10/2024

Closing Date: 27/10/2024