Digital Communications Officer

Job no:510062
Work type:part time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Community Engagement/Marketing

Perth USAsia Centre

• Unique opportunity to work in an influential role within one of Australia’s leading geopolitical think tanks partnering with The University of Western Australia and the Commonwealth and State Governments to strengthen relationships and strategic thinking between Australia, the Indo-Pacific and the USA
• Part-time 0.6FTE, fixed term for 12 months,
• Salary range: $84,665 – $89,477 p.a. pro rata plus 10.5% superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements, with the opportunity to work remotely

About us
The Perth USAsia Centre is an independent think-tank that connects Australia to the Indo-Pacific to advance the public interest. The Centre strengthens relationships and educates through research, networks, engagements, and analysis.

Our location
The Perth USAsia Centre is located at The University of Western Australia (UWA).

About the opportunity
You will support a range of digital communication activities associated with the Centre’s Communications Strategy. You will contribute to building the Centre’s strategic affairs community via a range of projects covering videos, podcasting, website and online events..

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency
• Substantial relevant experience working in a varied internal or external communications role
• Experience in creating and evaluating digital communications, including photo, video, newsletter and social media content
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with a strong client focus and a high level of attention to detail
• Highly developed planning and organisational skills with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills including, event-hosting, ticketing, web editing, CMS, database and digital content platforms

About you
You will have the ability to operate as a flexible team member and contribute towards team and organisational goals with a demonstrated record of initiative, problem solving, and adaptability. You will have the ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment with a willingness to support others and embrace new responsibilities and ideally have an understanding of not-for-profit organisations or exposure to think-tanks.

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description. Please see the position description prior to applying:  Position description - Digital Communications Officer (510062).pdf

The content of your CV should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 3 July 2022

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050.

• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered.
• UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021).
• UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.

Advertised:17 Jun 2022 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:04 Jul 2022 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time