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Communications Officer

  • 559034
  • Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
  • Fixed Term
  • Closing at: May 18 2025 - 23:55 AEST

Classification: ANU Officer 5 (Administration)
Salary package: $83,351 - $90,926 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Fixed term (up to 18 months)

  • Assist in the planning and execution of change, communication, and engagement strategies. 
  • Develop and publish content that meets branding and web content principles. 
  • Develop a broad base of engagement and communication skills and actively contribute to continual improvement. 

Position overview 

Working closely with IT change managers and project teams, the Communications Officer provides comprehensive digital communication support to ensure the effective roll-out and implementation of a wide range of IT projects across the wider ANU community. 

The Communications Officer is responsible for delivering day-to-day generalist advice and services on a wide range of communication matters, ensuring accuracy, data integrity, and timely escalation of complex issues. The role also contributes to the planning and execution of strategic engagement activities by producing timely, audience-focused communication materials including PowerPoint presentations, web and social media content, multimedia assets, and written stories in line with the ANU brand identity.  

Information Technology Services (ITS) provides corporate IT services to ANU staff, students, and visitors in support of achieving excellence in research, learning, and teaching. These services include network, communications, computing platforms, data storage, desktop and mobile access, enterprise systems, student learning environments, and IT security. Our work is coordinated with services provided within and by ANU Colleges and other Service Divisions to form a cohesive University-wide information services infrastructure. 

For further information, please contact Ezreena Yahya, ITS Communications Manager at ezreena.yahya@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 

Application information 

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents: 

  • A statement addressing the selection criteria. 

  • A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form. 

  • Other documents, if required. 

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

Please note: The successful candidate 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.

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