"Communications and Engagement Coordinator (Faculty of Humanities)"

Professional Perth, Western Australia Full Time

• Fixed Term Full-Time 12 Months Contract (Faculty of Humanities)
• $93,066 - $98,730 (G06) Plus 17% Superannuation
• Based on Bentley Campus

Job Reference: 1232810

About The Role:

The role of the Communications and Engagement Coordinator encompasses a broad spectrum of responsibilities. This includes coordinating a diverse array of communication activities that are tailored to appeal to both internal and external audiences. These activities involve leveraging a wide range of communication channels, encompassing both traditional and digital media tools. The primary aim of these efforts is to not only foster greater engagement with the target audiences, but also to elevate the visibility and reputation of the relevant area, as well as to effectively promote associated services and facilities.

The incumbent is expected to carry out their assigned tasks while adhering to established policies, precedents, and professional standards. However, they are also granted a degree of autonomy to introduce innovative approaches within their own sphere of influence, all in pursuit of achieving the set objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare materials for media agencies (e.g., scripts, question and answer documents) and collaborate with the University’s Public Relations team to manage responses to media inquiries.
• Plan and oversee all aspects of events and functions that support and promote area initiatives.
• Collaborate with the University Marketing team and other Curtin stakeholders to ensure consistent surfacing of relevant content across other Curtin digital channels.
• Undertake other activities that the incumbent might reasonably be expected to do, and that are consistent with the accountabilities and responsibilities as listed above.

Website and Digital Content Management: 

• Updating and maintaining the Faculty ‘WordPress’ website content. 
• Utilising best practices to enhance online visibility. 
• Providing Basic WordPress and communication training to staff

Content Creation: 

• Writing, editing, and proofreading content for various platforms, including press releases, newsletters, social media, website content, and internal communications. 
• Creating digital advertising material where required  
• Developing compelling stories and messages that align with Curtin’s goals and values.  

Social Media Management: 

• Creating and scheduling posts across different social media channels. 
• Monitoring engagement and responding to comments and messages. 
• Analysing social media metrics to adjust strategies and improve outreach

Brand Management: 

• Ensuring all communications adhere to Curtin’s branding guidelines. 
• Developing and maintaining a consistent voice and image across all communication channels in collaboration with University Marketing.

Fixed Term Role:

You will require current work rights and or Visa work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.

Join us!

Please provide a cover letter, and your CV to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.

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Applications close: Thursday 22nd of August at 10am

Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.

Disclaimer

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.

If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.