Media Officer - Media and Corporate Relations

Job no:513005
Work type:Continuing - Full-time
Campus:Adelaide
Categories:Information and Communications Technology, Marketing, External Engagement, HEO5

(HE05) $77,409 - $86,072 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

Are you experienced with working in media or communications?  We have a continuing opportunity for a Media Officer to join our collaborative Media and Corporate Relations team.

The Media and Corporate Relations branch proactively positions the University of Adelaide as a key driver of social and economic prosperity in South Australia and as a respected thought leader, through effective agenda setting with key external stakeholders in media, government, industry, and the broader community.  The branch encompasses dedicated teams in corporate and government relations, protocol management, communications and media capabilities.

Working under general direction, the Media Officer provides assistance to the Media & Corporate Relations team, and across the broader Division as required.  Tasks include producing daily media report, writing media releases, attending photoshoots as required, proof reading and supporting various media and communications initiatives as required – all of which will require you to work closely with internal and external stakeholders.

To be successful you will need:

• Demonstrated high level writing/editing skills.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, confident presentation, approachability and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals.
• Excellent attention to detail, demonstrated problem solving capability and the ability to perform work under pressure.
• Proven ability to actively contribute to a collaborative, dynamic team and adapt to change in the workplace.
• Demonstrated customer service skills, taking pride in providing solutions and delivering outstanding service.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters of a complex nature.

Candidates with Media experience will be highly regarded.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your division's broader role

The Division of External Engagement is committed to the University’s growth ambitions through best practice marketing, the generation of international opportunities, and the forging of deep industry, media and alumni connections.  

Learn more at: https://www.adelaide.edu.au/external-engagement/

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria as contained in the position description or selection criteria document.

Applications close 11:55pm, 21st January 2024.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position; contact:

Crispin Savage
Manager, Media and News
P: +61 (0)481 912 465
E: [email protected]

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The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

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