Coordinator, Library Content

**Job no**: 571947
**Work type**: Part-time
**Location**: Flexible, Melbourne - Burwood
**Categories**: Administration, Library Services
- Flexible location (Melbourne Burwood or Geelong Waterfront Campus)
- Part Time and fixed term to May 2026
- Hew 7 $101,858 - $112,156 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

**Why work with us?**

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

**Who are we?**

Deakin’s Library is more than just a place to find resources - we’re a key partner in the success of everyone at the University. We provide access to an extensive collection of materials that support Deakin’s teaching, learning, and research activities, empowering our community to achieve their academic and professional goals.

**About the role**:
This position will develop, plan and implement the Library’s communications strategy and content to inform, celebrate, protect and enhance the Library’s services, presence, contribution and reputation among its key stakeholders and ensure that are closely aligned to the needs of clients as well as the Library and university’s strategic goals and direction.

The appointee will have strong communication skills to succeed in the role to coordinate, write, produce and disseminate communications collateral and design assets for various communication channels, such as websites, social media and newsletter.

**As a Coordinator, Library Content and Communications, you will**:

- Ensuring content and design adheres to agreed standards timeframes, Deakin brand and editorial style guides
- Provide advice to stakeholders regarding communication matters that may also be associated with sensitivities or risk
- Strive for excellence and consult regularly with stakeholders to clarify who requires the information, the purpose for which it is required, criteria for success and where and when advice and recommendation is required
- Build new and productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders or key and influential individuals both inside and outside the University

**To be successful, you’ll have**:

- A Degree with substantial subsequent relevant experience or experience in communications, marketing or related fields.
- Strong knowledge in a range of software including the Adobe Creative Suite in particular InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, WordPress, other publishing software and Microsoft Office.
- Experience in the production of digital content, social media campaigns and blog articles in a complex and diverse organisation.
- High level communication skills and experience in end-to-end writing, producing and distributing communications collateral, including staff news, feature stories, social media content, staff intranet, reports, plans, correspondence and presentations.
- Proven experience in coordinating communication strategies preferably within a high education environment as well as excellent project management skills.

**Here's how to apply**:
Please submit your updated resume, a brief cover letter, and responses to the Key Selection Criteria by clicking the 'Apply' button.

**Applications for this position close on 25 May 2025 at 11:55pm.**

**Are You Ready?**

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

**Advertised**: 09 May 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time