Communications and Graphic Design Officer

• Part Time: 80% or 4 days a week
• Fixed Term: Until 31st January 2026
• Based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
• $82,125 - $88,607 pro rata plus 17% superannuation

About the position

The Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC) is looking for a part-time Communications and Graphic Design Officer to join our engagement team. Reporting to the Stakeholder Engagement and Communications Manager, you will create, manage, and produce digital design solutions for a variety of uses, develop print and digital communications assets that support and contribute to OTARC strategic and operational plans, contribute content to communications outputs for targeted audiences, and develop and contribute to communications produced jointly with other University stakeholders. 

OTARC is committed to supporting a neuro-inclusive workplace. Applicants who identify as a member of a neuro-minority group are encouraged to apply. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have;

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in using Adobe Creative Suite Photoshop, Illustrator and Premiere.
• Practical and demonstrated understanding of HTML and CSS to deliver bespoke websites
• Understanding of cloud platforms Google, AWS, Azure in the delivery of websites, mobile applications, and online learning.
• Demonstrated experience in event management, including promotion and implementation.  
• Strong interpersonal skills including ability to negotiate, motivate, influence, and build relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and monitor workflows within own area of responsibility.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below: 

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Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On-site childcare facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm Sunday 5th February 2023

Position Enquiries:  Melinda Denham via email: [email protected] or Doug Scobie [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries:  [email protected]

Position Description below:

 PD - OTARC Comms and Graphic Design Officer.pdf

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• An up-to-date resume; and
• A separate document addressing each essential and desirable bullet point in the Key Selection Criteria which is located in the position description.

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Why La Trobe: 

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact. 
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics 
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in future

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.