Assistant Media Adviser (Fmh)

• Full time, continuing opportunity
• Exciting opportunity to support University media 
• Base Salary $95K + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Media Adviser (Medicine and Health) to join our University media team. In this busy role, you will work closely with the Media Advisers as a first point of contact for media inquiries in the Faculty of Medicine and Health and help proactively promote achievements and research stories. You will also compile and distribute media monitoring reports and will be responsible for providing administrative support to the team.

About you

• demonstrates qualifications or relevant work experience in a media environment
• is experienced in managing and escalating media inquiries or similar
• possesses strong writing and interpersonal communication skills
• proven expertise in CMS
• has demonstrated experience managing administrative support in a busy professional team

While the role will focus on the faculties of Medicine and Health, the management team of Media and Public Relations reserves the right to transfer the portfolio of this position based on workloads or business needs.

Sponsorship / work rights forAustralia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Riviera Son Recruitment Operations by email to ***********@sydney.edu.au.

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