Address- Full-Time, Fixed-Term Position until 31 December 2024
- Western’s Hawkesbury Campus
- Remuneration: $94,265 to $106,603 p.a. Inclusive of 17% Superannuation & Leave Loading
- Working at WSU means you’ll be part of an organisation that’s ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide!
- Unlock your potential with WSU: Benefit from flexible work arrangements, salary packaging, 35-hour work week, development opportunities and more!
About Western
Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led institution committed to excellence in education, research, and community impact. We are proud to be ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide and hold the top position in the Times Higher Education Impact rankings, with 85% of its research being at or above world standard. At Western Sydney University, we recognise that unlocking your true potential is the key to your success, just as we do for our students. Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do. With a team of 3,000 dedicated staff members, we foster a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture deeply rooted in research and dedicated to student-centred excellence. Its the perfect environment for you to thrive professionally. If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking professional seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University.
About the Office of Student Experience and Marketing
The Office of Student Experience & Marketing (SEM) is responsible for attracting and enrolling prospective students and optimising the students’ experience throughout their time at Western.
About the Role
The Office of Student Experience and Marketing are seeking an agile and creative individual to join the Social Media and Digital Operations teams to fill the position of Social Media& Digital Web Content Officer. If you’re looking for some diversity in your day-to-day and to make an impact on two key departments supporting the student experience, then this is the role for you!
By collaborating with the Social Media Coordinator, who oversees the Universitys Social Media presence across various platforms, this role will contribute to the development and execution of engaging content that aligns with the University’s strategy. The role actively participates in projects and activities designed to foster online community engagement and brand awareness, providing administrative and ad-hoc support to ensure Social Media efforts run smoothly and efficiently.
When tasked with digital operations deliverables, the successful applicant will proactively collaborate with owners and internal clients to maintain the accuracy and currency of existing web pages. The position will also contribute to the creation of new pages, adhering to established brand guidelines and best practices. Importantly, they will ensure all published content aligns with the Universitys online presence and user experience.
This is a full-time, fixed-term position until 31 December 2024 based at Western’s Hawkesbury Campus, although travel to other campuses of the University may be required. Hybrid work arrangements are available, allowing the successful candidate to work from home for up to two days a week.
Please review the position description for further information.
Skills and Experience
The successful candidate will:
- Have proven experience in both a Digital and Social Media space.
- Be highly skilled in organisation, stakeholder management, analysis, problem-solving and risk identification.
- Demonstrate a proven track record of professional experience in Social Media marketing, with a focus on organic Social Media. Including, but not limited to, skills such as Social Media reporting, creation of engaging and relevant social content, social channel moderation, scheduling and posting.
- Have a comprehensive understanding and practical application of digital marketing activities across web channels, including web analytics, SEO strategies, WC3 standards compliance, user journey mapping, and the ability to align business objectives with website design.
- The Social Media& Digital Web Content Officer should champion the values of the Office of Student Experience & Marketing (SEM) and ensure their practice aligns with these values and service delivery contributing to the overall student experience to transform lives.
Culture
Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally. If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing.
What We Offer in Return
At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values. In return for your dedication, we offer:
- 35 hour work week
- Flex leave for Professional staff
- Work from home up to 2 days per week
- 17% super contributions
- Multi-Campus opportunities
If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the selection criteria in your application. Don't miss this chance to work at Western Sydney University, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference!
Remuneration Package: HEW Level 5 $94,265 to $106,603 p.a. (comprising Salary of $79,655 to $90,081 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)
Position Enquiries: Please direct specific enquiries regarding the role to Casey Bury, Social Media Coordinator via email at ******@westernsydney.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at ***************@westernsydney.edu.au
Closing Date: 8:30pm, Sunday 19th May 2024
Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility
You must provide evidence of your full-time working rights in Australia at time of application.
How to Apply
Please use the following link to submit your application to be directed to Western Sydney University’s website, to submit your application: https://uws.nga.net.au/?jati=556CA2BA-6672-6286-0839-DAA87B786863
In addition to your resume and cover letter, you are required to address the selection criteria in your application.
Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
