Communications Advisor
About You
If you’re a proactive, collaborative, and creative communications professional looking to make an impact, we want to hear from you!
As the Communications Advisor, you will work as part of the University Communications – Student Experience team to deliver best practice communications to students and staff.
Under the direction of the Communications Manager, you will partner with stakeholders across the University to build cross-functional relationships, deliver strategic communications advice and develop and deliver integrated communications plans that achieve objectives.
You’re a digital communications native, with experience creating and disseminating accurate and engaging communications and content across web, email and social media platforms. You’ll also work closely with specialist teams within University Communications.
You'll measure the success of communications through regular reporting and data analysis – contributing to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
This role supports the Communications Manager and other communications team members to ensure that all communications are accurate, strategically-aligned and effectively implemented.
To be successful in this position, you will have:
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About the Portfolio
The International and Engagement portfolio is responsible for RMIT’s international strategy and agenda, including international development and partnerships and oversight of our international operations including RMIT Vietnam and RMIT Europe. It also incorporates the University’s key engagement functions including communications, experience (global marketing, global student recruitment, alumni), and business development and partnerships.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Loretta Clancy (Communications Manager) via email loretta.clancy@rmit.edu.au.
Position Description - Communications Advisor
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About RMIT University
RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 96,000 students and close to 10,000 staff globally. The University’s mission is to help shape the world through research, innovation and engagement, and to create transformative experiences for students to prepare them for life and work.
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