"Communications Coordinator"

Communications Coordinator

$92,087 to $99,353 pa (HEW 6)

Ongoing, Full-time, Joondalup Campus

Open to candidates with relevant working rights

Growth, Engagement and Marketing

Joondalup campus

$92,087 to $99,353 pa (HEW 6)

Ongoing, Full-time

Edith Cowan University

Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we’re inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we’re united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research. 

Embrace an opportunity to become part of something extraordinary.Edith Cowan University is a values driven institution with a strong focus on impact, inclusion and real world outcomes. We are seeking an exceptional writer and highly organised communications professional to join our PR, Communications and Events team within Growth, Engagement and Marketing. 

This is a pivotal internal communications role. It connects Schools, professional teams and leadership through clear, strategic storytelling that advances ECU’s priorities and strengthens our culture. 

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Media and Communications, you will lead the planning and delivery of internal communications that inform, align and inspire our staff and students.   

You will work closely with stakeholders across the University to translate complex initiatives, research and achievements into clear, compelling stories that reflect ECU’s values and protect our reputation. You will play a central role in shaping internal narratives, ensuring consistency of message and tone across platforms. 

A core responsibility of the role is producing high quality written content, including news stories that celebrate University achievements, major initiatives and research impact. You will also oversee the weekly staff newsletter, managing content development, coordination and publication through Publicate to ensure timely, engaging and strategically aligned communication. 

This role requires exceptional organisational skills, editorial judgement and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities comfortably.  

Key Responsibilities 

Lead the planning and delivery of internal communications aligned to ECU’s strategic priorities 

Act as a trusted communications partner to Schools and professional centres across the University 

Research, write and edit high quality content for internal news platforms, the ECU newsroom 

Manage and publish ECU’s weekly staff newsletter, ensuring it is accurate and engaging 

Coordinate communications activity around key University initiatives and events 

Support speech writing, including preparation of Order of Proceedings and briefing materials 

Contribute to research communications campaigns by supporting the Senior Media Advisors 

Monitor and evaluate communications performance and identify opportunities for improvement 

About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring: 

A tertiary qualification in communications, journalism, public relations or a related discipline, or equivalent experience 

Demonstrated experience in a communications role within a large, complex organisation 

Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging content 

Outstanding organisational and planning capability, with proven ability to manage competing deadlines 

Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse teams 

Experience across platforms such as Publicate, Salesforce and Jira 

A proactive, solutions focused approach with a high attention to detail 

Benefits of working at ECU

At ECU we’re committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.

Contact

Please contact Esmarie Iannucci, Manager, Media & Communications on 0405 774 465 or e.iannucci@ecu.edu.au for more information.

Application Process

Please upload an up-to-date resume summarising your experience and achievements, along with a brief covering letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your suitability for the role.

Advert Closure

Applications will close on Thursday 26 March 2026 at 11:30pm AWST.

ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website.

At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.

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