"Coordinator, Advancement Communication"

About the position

• Continuing, Full-time position
• Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
• HEO6 Classification Level
• Base salary from $93,874 + 17% superannuation

Reporting to the Manager, Advancement Communication, this position creates and manages alumni-focused content that strengthens engagement across the University’s global alumni community.

With a focus on storytelling, the position highlights alumni achievements and impact through key channels including email, the alumni website, and social media. Responsibilities include content development, publishing, scheduling, and channel management to ensure consistent, high-quality communication aligned with Advancement priorities.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, candidates must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills with a proven commitment to customer service and a solutions-focused mindset. They should demonstrate excellent copywriting abilities that can be tailored to diverse channels and audiences, alongside practical experience in leveraging social media for business purposes and managing online communities, especially on platforms like LinkedIn.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

PD - Coordinator, Advancement Communication.pdf

How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55pm on Thursday, 15 January 2026

Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@latrobe.edu.au

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter; and
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document with responses to ALL the Essential Criteria (located in the Position Description)

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.