Current Student Communications Officer

• 1 x permanent/continuing full time appointment 
• 1 x Fixed Term full time appointment (12 months)
• Level 5: $74,979 - $84,793 + 17% superannuation 

The University

With over 32,000 students from more than 130 countries studying at UOW's onshore and offshore campuses, the university offers a diverse and multicultural community that enriches the student experience. 

The Unit

The Student Service Unit is comprised of the Student Service, and Current Student Communications teams who are proactive and work in partnership to provide engagement with students early in their university studies and is an ongoing first point of contact for UOW students and the university community. The team is committed to a student first mindset, with a key focus on continuous improvement and collaborative working across the institution.

Why Us?

We are a creative and fast-paced team who are passionate about improving the student experience. We are looking for Current Student Communication Officers who will share our passion and bring new ideas and creativity to our team through engaging and inspiring Student Communications campaigns and strategies. 

The Opportunity 

As a Current Student Communication Officer, you will play an essential role in the development of content for communications, campaigns and projects for students at UOW. Working in collaboration with stakeholders will be crucial to developing and executing communications plans that resonate with the target audience. 

The Communications Officer will provide day to day support for Student Communications across platforms including CRM, SOLS, Web, MyUOW app, and social media.

With a focus on continuous improvement, you will analyse data to gain insight on campaign performance, market trends and to identify areas of effectiveness and improvement that will enhance student understanding and engagement. 

About You

You hold a bachelor’s degree and/or experience in a relatable area and are experienced in digital marketing, social media, content creation, graphic design and creating briefs. Your exceptional communication skills and ability to create compelling content, message and material will be evident with your history of well executed communications campaigns.

You have a high level of motivation and initiative and are excited to contribute to the teams’ strategies and tactics that will see high level ideas, fresh approaches and quality content in communication plans. Your ability to remain calm in high pressure situations with competing demands will be paramount in making this role a success.

How to Apply

To apply you are required to submit an up-to-date resume and a cover letter (no more than 3 pages) summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description. 

Position Description 

If you are the Current Student Communications Officer we are looking for and you are ready to think outside the box to deliver informative and engaging Student Communications across various channels, apply now!

If you would like further information on this opportunity, contact Laura Hull via email lpotter@uow.edu.au 

Closing Date: Wednesday 13 March 2024, 11:59pm

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.

The University of Wollongong is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, and a recognised leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including culturally and linguistically diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians.