Communication & Engagement Coordinator

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $95,987 - $110,489 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Continuing

About us

The ANU College of Law, Governance and Public Policy (CLGP) is a progressive and newly established College that brings together four world-leading academic schools dedicated to shaping the future of law, governance, regulation, policy and population health. As part of Australia’s leading university, the College fosters excellence in research, teaching, and engagement, driving impactful contributions to national and global challenges.

The College provides an intellectually rich community, committed to providing a collaborative and supportive environment for academics, students, and professionals to thrive.

The Crawford School of Public Policy, one of four schools within the College of Law, Governance and Policy (CLGP), is internationally recognized as a leader in public policy research and education. As the University’s hub for public policy engagement, Crawford School plays a vital role in shaping policy through rigorous research, impactful teaching, and close collaboration with policymakers. Its graduate programs have produced many of the region’s most influential leaders, and its interdisciplinary research continues to inform and influence policy across the Asia-Pacific. The School is known for its commitment to high-quality, policy-relevant scholarship across a wide range of disciplines.

About the role

As the Communication and Engagement Coordinator, you will play a key role in translating complex research into compelling stories that resonate with diverse audiences. You will develop and implement strategic communication plans, manage content across digital platforms, coordinate events, and collaborate with stakeholders across the University to enhance the College’s and School’s visibility and engagement.

You will be part of a community that values excellence, innovation, and impact. We offer a supportive and intellectually rich environment where your work will contribute to shaping public policy, law and governance in Australia and beyond.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A degree in a relevant field and experience in marketing and communications within a complex organisation.
• Strong storytelling and content creation skills, ideally within the higher education sector.
• Experience in event coordination, writing for web, social media management, and multimedia production.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.

For further information about this position, please contact Jehanne Teo, Marketing and Communications Manager, at jehanne.teo@anu.edu.au.  

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

How to Apply

To apply for this role please ensure that your submission includes the following documents: 

• A statement outlining how your skills, experience and approach align with the role and key responsibilities in no more than 2 pages (for reference, see the position description and selection criteria). 
• A current resume 

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.