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• Contribute to a high-profile, multi-partner agricultural initiative by shaping and executing project communication efforts that influence growers across Australia.
• Work alongside a dynamic team of experts including agronomists, extension practitioners and content creators, to deliver engaging, solution-focused communications and engagement in a complex farmer-focused environment.
• Part-time (0.6 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until 30 th August 2026.
• Base salary range: $95,231 – $100,643p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
  
  
  • Contribute to a high-profile, multi-partner agricultural initiative by shaping and executing project communication efforts that influence growers across Australia.
  • Work alongside a dynamic team of experts including agronomists, extension practitioners and content creators, to deliver engaging, solution-focused communications and engagement in a complex farmer-focused environment.
  • Part-time (0.6 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until 30 th August 2026.
  • Base salary range: $95,231 – $100,643p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
    
    
  About The Area
  
  The UWA School of Agriculture and Environment is a research-intensive school that spans the broad disciplines of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Agricultural Science and Environmental Science. WeedSmart is a national communications and extension project, with a team based in the Western, Southern and Northern growing regions. It is run out of the University of Western Australia and has both financial and non-financial partners, including, but not limited to agricultural supply chain companies and agricultural research organisations.
  
  About The Opportunity
  • Assist in organising industry events including conferences, workshops, field days, and the annual WeedSmart Week held in July, working closely with stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and strong engagement.
  • Coordinate WeedSmart's digital presence across platforms such as the WordPress website, podcast and video publishing, and social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), in collaboration with the content creator, project team, and annual communication planning.
  • Liaise with graphic designers and video editors to produce marketing materials, support digital communications activities including newsletters, webinars, and short videos, and contribute to engagement analysis reports and strategy development to enhance WeedSmart's reach and impact.
    
    
  About You
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in communications, journalism, agricultural science, agribusiness, or a related discipline, or demonstrated equivalent competency.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a nuance for messaging suited to agricultural audiences.
  • Substantial relevant experience in marketing, communications or publicity with specific experience in initiating and delivering engaging digital products.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines.
  • Proficiency in a range of computing skills including Microsoft suite, website management (Wordpress), and experience using Canva, Trybooking, social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Buffer), and MailChimp.
    
    
  Note: Occasional interstate and intrastate travel may be required, as well as occasional weekends. The Successful applicant will hold a current "C" class driver's licence.
  
  Position description: Communications Officer - 520849.docx
  
  To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Karen Smith at karen.s.smith@uwa.edu.au
  
  How To Apply
  
  Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
  
  Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 19 August 2025
  
  This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
  
  About The University
  
  The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia's top university.
  
  Learn more about us.
  
  Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
  
  UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.
  
  If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
  
  If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.
  
  Seniority level
  • Seniority levelNot Applicable
  Employment type
  • Employment typePart-time
  Job function
  • Job functionMarketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
  • IndustriesHigher Education

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