AddressCommunications and Engagement Officer
Corporate Communications and Events
- Fixed-term, full-time parental leave replacement from 1 July 2024 to 8 August 2025. This temporary role can be offered as a fixed-term appointment (external applicants) or as a secondment opportunity (UNE current staff)
- $92,970 to $104,094 per annum (HEO7)
- Plus 17% employer superannuation
- Salary packaging options are available
- 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Christmas week shutdown, per annum
- Flexible work arrangements negotiable
- Applicants must have appropriate Australian work rights for the duration of this position (UNE will not provide sponsorship for this position)
Acknowledgement of Country
The University of New England (UNE) is a regionally based, globally networked university renowned for the quality of its student experience and the excellence of its research specialisations. In addition, UNE pioneered teaching to external students making it the most experienced provider of distance and innovative online education.
UNE emphasises its people, staff and students' growth and development. We aspire to be a leader in innovation and change and a centre for the Armidale and the North-West communities.
Equity, diversity and inclusion are central to the core values of UNE and we are committed to engaging, supporting and growing a richly diverse workforce. From the Oorala Aboriginal Centre at the heart of our campus, to the inclusive organisations such as the UNE Ally Network, the UNE Women’s Society, and the many international cultural groups - all will feel valued and respected at UNE.
You will embody the UNE values and strive to be Open, Enquiring, Exceptional and Making a Difference. Additionally, you will be committed to achieving the goals embedded in the Future Fit Strategic Plan Future Fit 2021-2030: Personalised Learning Journeys, Empowering Communities, and Building Resilience.
About the role
The Communications and Engagement Officer provides Communications and media relations support and advice to the university’s Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law (SABL). You will work with Faculty and industry stakeholders to identify, develop and share the stories of SABL staff, students, alumni, research and achievements, across traditional and social media, with the support of specialist media, Communications and social media staff you’ll work alongside in the Corporate Communications and Events team.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Proven experience in communications, media relations and/or journalism roles
- The ability and initiative to identify, develop and tailor written, multimedia and visual material to inform and engage a variety of audiences
- Excellent interpersonal skills enabling you to liaise with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders
- The ability to work independently and proactively, exercise sound judgement, and manage competing priorities to meet deadlines
About the Department
The Corporate Communications and Events Division at UNE helps support how UNE builds, promotes and protects the brand of UNE, creating an ongoing institutional narrative and providing thought leadership by hosting the activities and telling the stories relevant for the communities in which we operate and serve. Specifically, Communications and Events at UNE link audiences to the breadth of activities UNE produces.
About Armidale
Armidale is an attractive and vibrant city that combines all the features of a bustling regional town centre with the tranquility of rural living. It boasts gourmet restaurants and cafes, boutique shopping, quality schools and sporting facilities. Surrounded by mountain gorges, waterfalls and national parks, Armidale’s natural beauty and distinct seasons make it an ideal place to live and thrive. To find out more, visit https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/experience
Enquiries and additional information
To discuss this role please contact UNE Social Media Manager, Carolyn Millet, by phone: 0434 531 ***, or email: **************@une.edu.au
This position is a parental leave replacement and the appointment is subject to the staff member’s leave arrangements. Should the staff member on parental leave vary their return to work arrangements, this contract may be terminated earlier by giving four weeks’ notice.
Current UNE Staff: In taking up this appointment, the appointee will need to seek approval from the Head of Cost Centre to be released from their substantive position for the duration of the secondment.
Closing Date: Midnight, Wednesday 22 May 2024
Reference No: 224062
Please visit www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une for further information about this position and other career opportunities at UNE.
To Apply
Submit your application through www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une and refer to vacancy ref 224062.
Your application should be comprised of:
- Covering letter;
- Responses to selection criteria;
- Current CV;
- Certified qualifications cited in your application for this position.
About Our Process
At UNE, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of this role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencing in this role as indicated in the position statement. Please visit our Privacy Statement to understand how your information is collected, stored, accessed and used.
National Police Check
If you are the successful candidate for this role you will be required to provide UNE with a National Police Check prior to your commencement. Please note that people with criminal records are NOT automatically barred from applying for this position (unless there is a particular requirement under law).
