Media and Communications Officer (Nexus)

Job Description:

• 12 months Fixed term
• Part time .8 FTE position
• Campus Independent
• HEO6 Classification Level
• Base salary from $96,878 per annum (pro rata .8) + 17% superannuation

About the position

The School of Education at La Trobe University is seeking a Media and Communications Officer (Nexus). Reporting to the Senior Coordinator, Content Creation and External Engagement, this role is responsible for promoting, marketing, and enhancing the profile of the School’s Nexus program, as well as other flagship programs more broadly across the School of Education.

The Media and Communications Officer (Nexus) will build the School’s communications capability to advance the strategic priorities and KPIs outlined in the School of Education’s Statement of Strategic Intent. The position provides hands-on support across content planning, storytelling and delivering – driving growth in enrolments and revenue through strengthened marketing and reputation.

Skills and Experience

Our ideal candidate will have:

• An undergraduate degree in fields such as communications, professional writing and editing of a related discipline, with subsequent relevant experience in those areas, or extensive experience, or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.
• Strong writing, editing and proofing skills for diverse audiences and formats, with an understanding of brand, tone of voice and accessibility needs.
• High-level proficiency in Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint) and exposure to creative/digital platforms such as Adobe Creative Suite or Squiz.
• Understanding of target audiences, with an effective writing style and ability to deliver high-impact messaging to key audiences.
• Proven ability to effectively plan, organise and adapt to meet multiple deadlines and priorities.

Benefits

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site childcare facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

Position description:

PD-HEO6-Media and Comms Officer Nexus.pdf

How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55pm Thursday the 7th of May, 2026

Position Enquiries: Blair Herbert – Senior Manager, School of Education

Email: BLAIR.HERBERT@LATROBE.EDU.AU

Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine parker, Talent Acquisition Consultant

Email: m.parker@latrobe.edu.au

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

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

• An up-to-date resume; and
• Cover Letter outlining how your experience would suit this position

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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.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.