Communications Officer

Classification: ANU Officer 5
Salary package: $83,351 - $90,926 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Fixed term (up to 12 months)

• Assist in planning and execution of communication and engagement strategies
• Develop and publish content that meets branding and web content principles
• Develop a broad base of engagement and communication skills, actively contributing to continuous improvement

Position overview

The Communications Officer provides comprehensive digital marketing support to other Professional Services members supporting the wider College and ANU communities. The Communications Officer is responsible for the provision of day-to-day generalist advice and services on a wide range of communication matters, ensuring data accuracy and integrity and timely escalation of more complex aspects to the relevant team members. The role contributes to the planning and delivery of strategic engagement activities, by providing timely assistance with a wide range of audience and user focused communication products. This position supports content development for programs of work, engagement campaigns and events, including web and social media content, printing, creative, multimedia, and stories in line with the ANU brand identity and narrative.

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

For further information please contact Jude Burger, Chapter Lead for Change Management and Communication, E:jude.burger@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.