Student Life Officer (HEO 4)

• Based in the Student Engagement Unit at the City West campus
• Full-time, fixed term contract until 23 May 2025
• Commencement Salary: $70,476 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role

Reporting to the Coordinator: Communications and Events, this role contributes to a range of student communications related to the needs of Student Life, the Student Engagement Unit (SEU) and the University at large. 

This role contributes towards the planning, building and maintenance of the SEU’s websites and social media channels, and the development of communications strategies to UniSA students including e-newsletters and channels such as the student portal and UniSA Mobile App.

About UniSA 

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change. Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.

The Student Engagement Unit (SEU) is responsible for the strategic development and delivery of student facing services that will enhance the on-campus and off-campus student experience for all students. The SEU also takes strategic steps to inform the quality of the student experience of learning and teaching, support services, the learning environment, and student facilities.

SEU services include Orientation, UniSA Sport, Career Services, Student Life, Student Counselling, International Student Support, Learning Advice, Wirringka Student Services, and Access and Inclusion Services.
Essential Skills and Experience

• An undergraduate degree in marketing, communications, multimedia or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training
• High level editorial and writing skills, with the demonstrated ability to source, write and edit content across web, print and social media channels, with accuracy
• Demonstrated experience in using digital content management systems (CMS) and updating web content, as well as demonstrated experience managing social media platforms
• Demonstrated experience coordinating multiple end-to-end communication campaigns with tight timelines, including integrating events into communication plans
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-based work environment and develop relationships internally and with externals such as suppliers

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as: 

• Access to great personal development opportunities 
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17% 
• Employee assistance and development programs 
• A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car parking fees 
• Various on-site services available at our campuses which may include on-site gym membership 

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment.  Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results. 

Start Your Unstoppable Career  

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA .  The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.
Please address your cover letter to Amra Delibasic, Consultant: Recruitment Central.  For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 5958. 

Applications close: 11.30pm Monday 25 March 2024

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment. 

Pursuant to the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (the Act) and the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Regulations 2019 (the Regulations), this position has been deemed prescribed. This role will require the successful candidate to hold a current Working with Children Check. 
 
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