Senior Internal Communications Advisor

Job No.:569721

Work type:Fixed Term

• Fixed term, full-time from February 2026 until March 2027
• La Trobe Melbourne (Bundoora) campus location
• Higher Education Officer Level 7 (HEO7) Classification
• Salary scale HEO7 ($103,171 - $113,495) plus 17% superannuation.

About the position

The Senior Internal Communications Advisor role is responsible for coordinating high quality, professional internal communications to an all-staff audience, through a variety of channels including email newsletters.

The role also oversees the corporate intranet and provides advice on a range of internal communications programs, stakeholder management, and strategic communications planning. This role supports the Internal Communications Manager, with opportunity to perform as Acting Internal Communications Manager when required.

Key selection criteria

To be considered for this position, you will have

• Relevant degree qualifications or extensive experience in strategic communications, internal communications, public relations or journalism.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills with demonstrated ability to generate content (written and multimedia) for a range of channels and audiences, and proven editorial skills with a high attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, especially the capacity to work collaboratively and cooperatively in small teams and with multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with an ability to lead and manage several different projects concurrently.
• The ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Previous experience using Content Management Systems such as SquizMatrix, and EDM platforms (Adobe Campaigns or similar), Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro and familiarity in reporting on website and EDM analytics.

Please refer to the position description for other duties, skills, and experience required for this position.

Position Description

HEO7 Internal Communications Advisor PD - November

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Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits and entitlements to staff members at La Trobe.

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How to apply

Closing date: by 11:59 pm Wednesday the 3rd of December 2025

Position Enquiries: Sharyn Brady, Manager, Internal Communications

Email: S..EDU.AU

Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker, Talent Acquisition Consultant

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Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position and key selection criteria (max 2 pages)
• An up-to-date resume

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Why La Trobe:

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you'll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future

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Advertised:18/11/2025Closing Date:03/12/2025