Project and Communications Coordinator

Are you ready to be part of a game-changing initiative that will redefine higher education at ECU? We are seeking an exceptional Project and Communications Coordinator to play a pivotal role in our dynamic and innovative Curriculum Transformation Program.
This groundbreaking program provides a once-in-a-generation opportunity to rethink our courses. This will include changes to the way ECU courses are designed, assessed and delivered, the way ECU staff engage with students, and the way students manage their learning.
Universities are operating in an environment that is rapidly changing. The emergence of generative AI, the evolving realities of student life, and a federal drive to increase equity group access to higher education, provides an opportunity for ECU to lead the sector with bold, credible, transformative courses.
This is your chance to make a lasting impact, contribute to cutting-edge solutions, and help shape teaching and learning for decades to come.
The Role
The Project and Communications Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting the communication and implementation of ECU’s Curriculum Transformation Program.
A primary focus of this position is supporting the Program Manager to deliver several critical and interrelated streams of work. The role will include analysis, planning,, monitoring, scheduling and communication to support the policy, people, support and technology changes which will be implemented over the next 3 -5 years.
The position will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders and will embody and champion the program outcomes while exemplifying ECU’s core values: integrity, respect, courage, rational enquiry, and personal excellence. The Project and Communications Coordinator will embody and champion the required program outcomes while exemplifying ECU’s core values: integrity, respect, courage, rational enquiry, and personal excellence.
Key Criteria
Proven ability to work autonomously to deliver specific outcomes
Excellent attention to detail the ability to track and manage across a variety of areas including financials, risks, issues and dependency tracking.
Experience developing, updating and managing a range of communication channels.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working with stakeholders at multiple levels.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, providing structured support across a vast range of requests.
Experience with process mapping and project management tools desirable (e.g., MS Project, Jira).
Familiarity with one or more project/program management methodologies (such as PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile, and MSP)
Advanced Office 365 skills.
Benefits & Remuneration
This full time, fixed-term position attracts remuneration of $100,512 to $112,622 pa plus 17% University superannuation contribution.
ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.
ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.
For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our Employment Opportunities Overview website.
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How to Apply
Please upload your resume along with a statement (maximum 2 pages) addressing the capabilities outlined in the.
**Closing Date**:
Applications close on 7th May 2025 at 11.30pm (AWST).
ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
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