Communications Coordinator

$92,087 to $99,353 pa (HEW6)
Fixed Term, Full time, Joondalup Campus
GROWTH, ENGAGEMENT AND MARKETING
CORPORATE RELATIONS
JOONDALUP CAMPUS
$92,087 to $99,353 PA (HEW 6) PLUS 17% SUPERANNUATION
FULL-TIME, FIXED TERM CONTRACT UNTIL APRIL 2026
Context
When you join Edith Cowan University as a staff member, you become part of a diverse and talented team with one unique thing in common - the unwavering belief that creative thinking can create better futures. It’s why we always rank highly among the top Australian universities, from teaching quality to overall experience and support. And it’s what we instil in our students, so they can go on to change the world.
We foster an environment that gives our team the space and confidence to think creatively, built on collaboration and inclusivity with all the support and flexibility they need.
About you
You are a natural storyteller with a knack for translating complex information into clear, engaging content. You thrive on creating meaningful communication that strengthens culture and drives connection across large organisations.
You’re a confident and adaptable communicator with excellent writing and editorial skills. You can manage competing priorities and tight deadlines without compromising quality.
**You also bring**:
Demonstrated experience in internal or corporate communications.
Exceptional writing, editing and speech writing skills.
A creative, strategic and solutions-focused mindset.
Experience with media relations i.e. writing a media release, media liaison.
The Role
As Communications Coordinator, you’ll work under the guidance of the Manager, Corporate Relations and the Senior Communications Adviser to help deliver ECU’s media and public relations activities. You’ll support the development and implementation of media strategies that raise the University’s profile across local, national and international media.
In this role, you will develop engaging internal communications that celebrate the achievements of our staff and students, promote key university initiatives, and highlight events across ECU’s campuses. You’ll assist in planning and producing content for a range of internal platforms, including the development of ECU’s staff newsletter.
Key Criteria
**The successful applicant will have**:
Tertiary qualification in a relevant field with extensive experience OR equivalent level of expertise gained from a combination of experience, training or professional accreditation.
Experience working in a media liaison or communications role, preferably in a large organisation
The ability to deliver media communications to target audiences across a range of channels.
Experience planning, writing and producing content for electronic newsletters,
You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Personal Excellence and Courage.
Benefits & Remuneration
This full time, fixed term position attracts a remuneration of $92,087 to $99,353 per annum plus 17% University superannuation contribution.
Our range of benefits and services are designed to support employee wellbeing. For information on the benefits of working with us, please visit our Employment Opportunities website.
Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to call Alexis Donkin, Acting Manager, Corporate Relations on 08 6304 2488
How to Apply
**Closing Date**:
Applications close on Thursday, 29th May 2025 at 11:30pm AWST.
**PLEASE NOTE**: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.
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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