Communications Specialist

Role type: Full Time; Fixed Term until 22 September 2026

Department: Advancement, Communications & Marketing

Salary: $122,736 - $132,847 p.a. plus 17% super

• Craft impactful communication strategies, enhance faculty profile and drive innovative content across multiple platforms
• Apply now to spearhead strategic communications initiatives that will elevate the University of Melbourne's research and global reputation
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity

As a Communications Specialist at a prestigious university, you'll be at the forefront of developing and executing integrated communication strategies. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders, craft compelling narratives across various channels, and play a crucial role in enhancing the profile of the University of Melbourne and the work of the faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS). Your work will directly impact how the faculty is perceived both internally and externally, making this a key position for those passionate about strategic communications in higher education.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop Communication Plans: Create and execute integrated strategies to address priorities effectively.
• Provide Expert Advice: Support senior leaders with communications activities and plans.
• Manage Media Relations: Draft timely responses for reactive media enquiries.
• Create Engaging Content: Produce materials for various channels including news outlets, websites, and social media platforms.
• Foster Stakeholder Relationships: Build and maintain effective connections with internal and external partners.

You may be a great fit if:

You are a strategic communicator with a track record of delivering impactful campaigns, excellent writing skills, and a passion for enhancing institutional reputation in a complex higher education environment.

You may also:

• Have a postgraduate qualification or extensive experience in communications or a related field.
• Demonstrate a proven track record in designing and delivering successful communication plans.
• Show ability to work independently and lead projects with limited supervision.
• Possess experience in coordinating strategic activities within large, complex organizations.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team – Communications & Marketing

The University's Communications and Marketing function provides strategic, advisory and operational services to support the academic mission and the University strategy. It fosters a culture of best practice and collaboration across the University's communication and marketing teams and stakeholders and uses data-driven insights to inform decision-making across the University.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Bec Tucker on or at hr- (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied- for further information and support.

Please note : This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join Us and unlock your career potential

If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the .

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For recruitment queries, email hr- . Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.

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Applications close:9 September :55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

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