Communications and Engagement Assistant

The Opportunity

• Defence Trailblazer program
• $100,354 $107,054 + 17% super + leave loading
• 12-month fixed term contract position
• UNSW Sydney or Canberra based

The Defence Trailblazer for Concept to Sovereign Capability is a $250 million enterprise powered by UNSW and UoA, with funding from the Australian Government through the Trailblazer Universities Program, as well as university and industry partners. Our mission is to accelerate the commercialisation of research for the Australian Defence Force (ADF), develop education training pathways, fast-track entrepreneurs' ideas to commercialisation, and enhance collaboration between industry, government, and academia.

Reporting to the Senior Partnerships Manager, you’ll contribute to the success of the Defence Trailblazer marketing and communications strategy by providing proactive, practical and efficient engagement, communications and administrative support for various content development and engagement activities.

The Organisation

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re Australia’s number one university for impact and among the nation’s Top 20 employers.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to benefits including:

• Hybrid/Flexible working
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to learning and career development.
• Progressive HR practices
• Discounts and entitlements
• Affordable on-campus parking

Who you are

You have proven experience in creating content for publication across multiple channels and a sound knowledge of digital communications channels and platforms. The ability to deal with ambiguity and a willingness to support the team's objectives are essential.

You’ll also have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail, as well as time management skills, demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks, and meet competing deadlines using judgment and initiative.

You should be able to work collaboratively and productively within a team, take initiative, and work independently while managing competing demands. Experience with a range of computer systems and applications, including CMS, is necessary.

An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives, and values, along with knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and a commitment to attending relevant training, are also important.

Note: The successful candidate may be required to hold or attain an Australian government security clearance.

To Apply: If supporting defence innovation is of interest to you, please submit your CV (no more than 2 pages) and a one-page Cover Letter demonstrating your abilities according to the Skills and Experience required) via the APPLY button.

Contact: Shiree Thomas, Talent Acquisition Consultant e: [email protected]

Applications close: 11.55pm, Sunday 24th November 2024

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.