Student Communications Officer

• Full time, fixed term 20 January 2025
• Excellent opportunity to support audience-driven, Student Communications at The University of Sydney
• Base Salary $95K + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The Student Communications Officer works in collaboration with staff in professional service units and student organisations and provides support for the delivery of Student Communications. The Student Communications Officer is responsible for coordinating Student News, the weekly student e-newsletter, and creates high-quality audience-driven messaging and content for a variety of communication channels.

About you

• good gauge of the student audience and using strategic content to meet key objectives
• has demonstrated writing and editing skills
• excellent organisational skills to meet strict deadlines and manage competing priorities
• confidence in dealing with a broad range of stakeholders and managing relationships
• is experienced in the use of social and digital media, and content management systems
• is keen to develop their career in communications in a large organisation.

Sponsorship / work rights forAustralia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

Along with your application, please provide two samples of written work.

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Riviera Son Recruitment Operations by email to ***********@sydney.edu.au.

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