"Communications Officer"

Role type: Full Time; Fixed Term until 18 December 2026

Department: Advancement, Communications & Marketing

Salary: UOM 5 - $86,943 - $99,864 p.a. plus 17% super

• Help to shape the Faculty's global narrative, engage diverse stakeholders and drive innovative communications.
• Apply now to craft compelling stories that showcase cutting-edge engineering and information technology at a leading university.
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity
As Communications Officer in the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology at the University of Melbourne, you'll play a vital role in shaping the Faculty's narrative and enhancing its global reputation. Working within the Strategic Communications Team, you'll develop and implement a range of communications activities that support the Faculty's priorities and drive awareness and advocacy. This role offers you the chance to engage with diverse stakeholders, craft compelling content for multiple channels, and contribute to university-wide initiatives. You'll be at the forefront of showcasing cutting-edge engineering and technology, collaborating with communications and marketing colleagues to deliver impactful communications that resonate with both internal and external audiences.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Craft Engaging Content: Translate complex information into understandable messages for diverse audiences. Develop high-quality materials for various channels, including staff hub, websites, social media, and media releases.
• Execute Communication Strategies: Support the implementation of integrated strategic communications plans and promotional strategies.
• Manage Stakeholder Relationships: Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to plan and execute communications activities and events.
• Drive Digital Presence: Publish content on the Faculty's news website and maintain media databases and image banks.

You may be a great fit if:

You are a versatile communications professional with strong writing skills and project management experience, capable of creating engaging content from complex sources across multiple platforms while navigating a dynamic university environment.

You may also:

• Have a degree with relevant experience or extensive expertise in communications.
• Demonstrate experience in content development for print, digital, and social channels.
• Show strong project management abilities and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Be able to operate independently in an ambiguous, rapidly changing environment.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – Communications & Marketing
The University’s Communications and Marketing function provides strategic, advisory and operational services to support the academic mission and the University strategy. It fosters a culture of best practice and collaboration across the University’s communication and marketing teams and stakeholders, and uses data-driven insights to inform decision-making across the University.

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.

Applications close: 16 January 2026 12:01 AM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-006875 Communications Officer PD.docx