Director, Media and Public Relations

• Exciting opportunity to lead a high-functioning team in a complex and highly stimulating environment
   
• Located on the Camperdown Campus
   
• 5-year Fixed-Term position with an attractive remuneration package

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney, one of Australia’s most prestigious and highly reputed Universities, is looking for a Director of Media & Public Relations to lead the strategic development and implementation of their media and public relations functions. Leading a high-functioning team, you will be a curious and enthusiastic champion of learning and research who thrives in complex, highly stimulating environments. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, provide advice to senior leaders, and work to increase the profile and brand position of the University both nationally and internationally.

Reporting to the Vice Principal External Relations, this is a senior role for a high-achieving media relations practitioner who has demonstrated results working in large, high-profile organisations. In return, you will enjoy a rewarding, purpose driven, high-profile role that will set the tone for the rest of your career.

About the role:

• Develop and implement media & PR strategies that align with the University’s strategic objectives and enhance brand position & reputation
• Provide advice to the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor and senior leaders
• Manage the efficient delivery of local and international media coverage
• Lead and mentor an outstanding media and PR team
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging, to source stories and coordinate media & PR activity
• Manage internal and external issues that can damage brand and reputation; identify potential issues that may arise and propose solutions
• Manage third parties such as PR agencies and media monitoring service providers
• Stay abreast of major trends and best practice in media and public relations
• Develop and implement a media training program
• Manage the Media and Public Relations budget

You have:

• Tertiary qualifications in journalism, public relations, communications or a related discipline
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing media and PR strategy; Experience in gaining proactive media coverage as well as managing issues
• Experience in managing integrated media/PR campaigns, including a sound knowledge of social and digital media
• Proven leadership and management skills within a large and complex organisation
• An established media network and extensive knowledge of media operations
• Experience in providing high-level advice to senior leadership
• Stakeholder management and relationship building skills
• Experience working in the higher education sector will be highly regarded

Term and remuneration

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

How to apply

Applications (including a CV and cover letter outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience meet the requirements for the role) must be submitted via the link above. Please refer to the candidate information brochure for further details.

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The University of Sydney will be supported in its global search for this appointment by the executive search firm Temple Search. Please contact Temple Search if you wish to discuss this role further in confidence.

For a copy of the position description, a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact: Rebecca Tabakoff, Executive Director & Founder • Temple Executive Search via mobile: 0419 229 878 or email:  [email protected] 

John Flynn (Senior Talent Partner, Senior Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Operations) on +61 481 564 562 or by email [email protected]

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Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

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