Communications Manager

• Join the Centre for Social Impact Swinburne and contribute to building a more sustainable, equitable world
• Fulltime, 2-year fixed term position at our Hawthorn campus
• HEW 8 salary + 17% super

About the Role

Use your experience and influence to make a tangible, positive impact on the world. 

CSI Swinburne is seeking an experienced Communications Manager to lead a small team and shape our strategic communications agenda, strengthening our profile, amplifying evidence-led insights and connecting the people and organisations driving positive social impact. 

Working as a trusted partner to Centre leadership, along with our research and teaching teams, you’ll craft compelling narratives and campaigns that translate our work across research, education and practice into clear, accessible communications for a wide range of stakeholders across the social impact ecosystem. This role also supports the work of Australia’s first Centre for Inclusive Employment, which is led by CSI Swinburne. 

You’ll collaborate with communications colleagues across the national CSI network, member universities and Swinburne’s broader communications community. Balancing strategy with hands-on delivery, you’ll build engagement and sector capability, helping stakeholders connect and engage with the work of the Centre. 

About You 

To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities: 

• A strong interest in, and understanding of the social impact sector, including key trends and stakeholder roles 
• High level analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills, including the ability to plan and develop communication strategies and procedures within a complex environment 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to foster effective working relationships, build and maintain effective networks, and work effectively with stakeholders both internal and external 
• Highly proficient in a range of relevant software, including Adobe, Canva, MS Office suite and a range of digital marketing automation and analytics packages. 

Further information about this role can be found in the attached position description. 

Qualifications 

Completion of, or progress towards, a post graduate degree in a relevant field with extensive relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience at a senior level and/or education/trainingAbout Swinburne University of Technology 

Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.  

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.  

What We Offer You!

•    Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle. 
•    Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
•    Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page!

To Apply 

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position. 

To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. 

If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. 

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check. 

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team by emailing talentacquisition@swin.edu.au. 

Applications Close: Sunday 12th April 2026, 12pm 

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world. 

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. 

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership. 

We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact at DCR@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550. 

Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquires about the role can be sent to talentacquisition@swin.edu.au (general enquires will not be answered by phone). 

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.

As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates. 

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.

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