Communications and Engagement Officer

Communications and Engagement Officer

Corporate Communications and Events

• Fixed-term, full-time parental leave replacement from 1 July 2024 to 8 August 2025. This temporary role can be offered as a fixed-term appointment (external applicants) or as a secondment opportunity (UNE current staff)
• $92,970 to $104,094 per annum (HEO7)
• Plus 17%employer superannuation
• Salary packaging options are available
• 5 weeks annual leave plus Christmas week shutdown, per annum
• Flexible work arrangements negotiable
• Applicants must have appropriate Australian work rights for the duration of this position (UNE will not provide sponsorship for this position)

Acknowledgement of Country

The University of New England (UNE) is a regionally based, globally networked university renowned for the quality of its student experience and the excellence of its research specialisations. In addition, UNE pioneered teaching to external students making it the most experienced provider of distance and innovative online education.

UNE emphasises its people, staff and students' growth and development. We aspire to be a leader in innovation and change and a centre for the Armidale and the North-West communities.

Equity, diversity and inclusion are central to the core values of UNE and we are committed to engaging, supporting and growing a richly diverse workforce. From the Oorala Aboriginal Centre at the heart of our campus, to the inclusive organisations such as the UNE Ally Network, the UNE Women's Society, and the many international cultural groups - all will feel valued and respected at UNE.

You will embody the UNE values and strive to be Open, Enquiring, Exceptional and Making a Difference. Additionally, you will be committed to achieving the goals embedded in the Future Fit Strategic Plan Future Fit 2021-2030: Personalised Learning Journeys, Empowering Communities, and Building Resilience.

About the role

The Communications and Engagement Officer provides communications and media relations support and advice to the university's Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law (SABL). You will work with Faculty and industry stakeholders to identify, develop and share the stories of SABL staff, students, alumni, research and achievements, across traditional and social media, with the support of specialist media, communications and social media staff you'll work alongside in the Corporate Communications and Events team.