Marketing Communications Specialist (Advancement)

• Full time, fixed term until 1 July 2025
• Exciting opportunity for a Marketing and Communications Specialist to help shape strategic initiatives
• Base Salary $117K + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The Marketing Communications Specialist, Advancement is responsible for the development and execution of campaigns and wider marketing initiatives to meet the Advancement team’s and University’s brand objectives. The role involves: developing marketing campaigns, working closely with senior stakeholders on strategic initiatives, developing content, and overseeing a range of owned channels. The Specialist is a senior member of the marketing team - with management and mentoring responsibilities and will deliver cross-team marketing projects as required.

About you

• demonstrates extensive experience in the development and implementation of marketing communication campaigns across multiple channels
• has proven and strong digital marketing skills
• is a self-starter, adaptable and agile in times of uncertainty and challenges
• has significant experience building effective stakeholder relationships in a large and complex organisation
• demonstrates strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• is comfortable making educated and authoritative decisions, based on data and analytics
• has experience managing and mentoring others.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

Pre-employment checks

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.

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. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Riviera Son Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected].

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Sunday 25 February 2024 11:59 PM