Officer, Outreach and Communications

• Primarily based at our Queenscliff Marine Centre
• Part-time 0.5FTE and fixed term for 19 months
• HEW 5 $77,114 - $86,490 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time). A 4% increase will apply from 1 July, 2024.

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

As an Officer, Outreach and Communications, you will:

• Identify, develop and disseminate information about Deakin Marine programs and research through written, oral, visual, and social media outputs.
• Develop content and manage the Deakin Marine website, social media platforms, and outreach channels.
• Design and produce outreach materials including brochures, presentations, videos, conceptual designs, and infographics using contemporary design and media platforms. 
• Implement Deakin Marine’s science communication strategy and branding guidelines, along with relevant evaluation of Deakin Marine’s communication performance
• Coordinate press releases with Deakin University’s Media Relations and Corporate Communications team.
• Support development and maintenance of communication channels with government, industry, and the broader community.
• Contribute to Deakin Marine’s research and strategic growth by maintaining regular communication with team members and providing constructive feedback, in alignment with Deakin’s code of conduct and core university strategies and policies that promote a safe, sustainable and productive working environment.
• Comply with occupational health and safety policies and procedures as developed by Deakin University in accordance with current legislation.                                                                                                                                                                               

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A Degree in Environmental Studies, Marine Science or Communication (Journalism, Digital Media, Marketing or related fields)
• Related experience translating science into engaging written, oral, visual, or social media outputs using contemporary design and media software and/or knowledge in technical or administrative fields, or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
• Ability to collaboratively and effectively work with multiple internal and external stakeholders and/or clients from business, government or community sectors and students

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Tim Dempster, Professor, Marine Biology and Aquaculture on **********@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 Final PD - Officer, Outreach and Communications.pdf

Applications for this position close at 11.55pm on Thursday 6th June.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.