Communications Officer

14 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Natural Hazards Research Australia Full time

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Are you a communications professional who wants to make a difference to the resilience and safety of the community? Natural Hazards Research Australia is seeking a Communications Officer to join our team.

  • Full-time, ongoing role
  • Based in Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney
  • Flexible hybrid working conditions
  • Salary range – $70,000-$75,000 plus superannuation
  • Applications close 11:59pm AEST Friday 5 September 2025

About The Role

The Communications Officer works as part of the communications team to translate and promote the Centre's research program.

We are seeking an innovative, self-starter looking to make a difference as part of an organisation that contributes to the resilience and safety of the community.

You will assist with the production of printed and online content by sourcing, writing, editing, proofreading and distributing research content across a range of internal and external channels including media releases, printed publications, newsletters, websites and social media.

You will provide valuable input to the Centre's physical and online events, as well as assisting in developing engaging visual content, providing photography and videography support and tracking digital and media performance.

Tertiary qualified in a relevant discipline, you will have at least two years professional experience and skills in communications and publications.

The position will be located in one of the Centre's nodes in either Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney, with flexible working conditions available from these locations.

About Natural Hazards Research Australia

Natural Hazards Research Australia is Australia's national centre for natural hazard resilience and disaster risk reduction. The Centre addresses the major challenges arising from natural hazards, including bushfires, floods, cyclones, heatwaves, storms and other hazards. The Centre undertakes research that promotes resilience to the impacts of natural hazards and reduces disaster risk, supporting the needs of a variety of critical stakeholders – including emergency service agencies and communities – in mitigating impacts of, responding to and recovering from disasters caused by natural hazards.

Selection criteria

Specific Knowledge And/or Experience Required
  • Excellent written and verbal skills to assist with the development of high-quality content across a range of formats.
  • Excellent organisational, team and communications skills.
  • Experience in maintaining online content – text and images, web and social media.
  • Collaborative by nature and enjoy working as part of a diverse team.
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • At least three years relevant work experience.
  • Tertiary qualifications in a communications, journalism, public relations or related field.

Desirable
  • Relevant skills, experience or knowledge of science communication would be highly regarded.

Natural Hazards Research Australia is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ people, and people with family and caring responsibilities.

Further information can be found in the attached position description.

Application process

Applications close 11:59pm AEST Friday 5 September 2025.

To apply, please submit a two-page CV and one page cover letter introducing yourself, explaining your interest in the role and addressing the selection criteria to office@naturalhazards.com.au. Please also provide two examples of your writing.

For more information contact Joanna Wood, joanna.wood@naturalhazards.com.au

Employment may be subject to the successful completion of a security screening process.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelEntry level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionMarketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
  • IndustriesResearch Services

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