Communication and Engagement Coordinator

1 week ago


Crawley, Australia University Of Western Australia Full time

Join a dynamic team that works across Western Australia’s five universities to establish Perth as a global research, creative and innovative hub.
- Level 7, full-time appointment on a 5-year fixed term basis.
- Base salary range: $95,737 - $106,223 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

**About the area**

The mission of the Forrest Research Foundation is to create a world-leading collaborative centre of research and scholarship in Western Australia. The Foundation supports over 60 PhD scholars and postdoctoral fellows who bring their talents and creativity from all parts of the world to Western Australia to conduct ground-breaking research.
We have no defining theme but draw researchers from across disciplines. Our essential selection criteria are excellence, engagement and curiosity.

**About the opportunity**

You will develop and implement a communications and marketing strategy for the Forrest Research Foundation and its connection to external audiences through innovative and high impact marketing materials.
You will also be responsible for planning and delivering events for internal and external contacts. Working closely with the Program and Partnerships Coordinator, you will leverage such events to build the broader community engagement strategy of the Foundation and strengthen partnerships.

**About you**
- Relevant (tertiary) qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
- Extensive relevant experience in the design and delivery of research communications and events.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to adapt to different audiences, build relationships, persuade and influence stakeholders.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to develop, deliver and coordinate programs, events and activities.

**Note**: Some weekend and/or after-hours work may be required.

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: Position Description - Comms & Engagement Coordinator - Forrest Research Foundation.pdf

**How to apply**

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

**Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 3 July 2024**

**Benefits**
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more. 12.5 days paid personal/carer’s leave with eligible staff receiving 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- Salary packaging options and 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

**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, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

**Our commitment to inclusion and diversity**

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.
- We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
- We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.



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