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Form of workFull-time, Fixed-Term Position for 12 Months
Salary HEW 3 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University
About The Position
The Communications Assistant supports the University Communications team in promoting and strengthening the RMIT University brand. This role will suit someone who is organised, eager to learn, can juggle multiple tasks and is a confident writer.
This fixed-term position is designed to provide relevant work experience for graduates and those early in their professional development aspiring to a career in external communications.
The successful applicant will have a range of responsibilities, which may include:
Creating content in a range of software programs
Maintaining a calendar of communications across channels, including websites and social media
Completing daily media monitoring
Website publishing support
Preparing media and communication reports
Participating in and contributing to regular editorial meetings
Assisting with general communications tasks of the unit, and, under mentorship, undertaking media, social media and multimedia work.
To be successful in this position, you’ll have:
Understanding and knowledge of corporate and external communications.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
Strong news writing skills and ability to write and edit for different audiences, styles and editorial requirements.
Proven commitment to collaboration, teamwork and customer service.
High-level computer and typing skills and experience using Word, Excel, Google Docs and databases.
Experience in Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign, Premiere Pro, Audition and After Effects), multimedia creation software (e.g., Final Cut Pro), Mail Chimp, and social media will be an advantage.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About the Portfolio
International and Engagement portfolio is responsible for RMIT’s international strategy and agenda, including international development and partnerships and oversight of our international operations including RMIT Vietnam and RMIT Europe. It also incorporates the University’s key engagement functions including communications, experience (global marketing, global student recruitment, alumni), and business development and partnerships.
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Dustin Nguyen – *************@rmit.edu.au
If you are unable to access the Job Description, please click “apply” and you will be redirected to our careers page.
RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Kassie (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor), via *************@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.
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