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Job no: 503423
Work type: Professional
Location: Bruce
Categories: Administration, Marketing and communications
About us:
Join the University of Canberra, where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.
We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
About the opportunity:
Working under the direction of the Communications Manager, you will share the stories that reflect the University’s impact. As a Communications Coordinator, you will help share the voices of our students, staff, and researchers with the world.
You will craft compelling content across digital platforms, manage media opportunities, and bring energy to everything from social campaigns to event coverage, all while contributing to the University’s bold and vibrant communications strategy.
Key responsibilities:
- Producing engaging and strategic content across UC-owned channels.
- Liaising with stakeholders across the University and beyond, to develop and implement communications opportunities.
- Media liaison and media pitching of experts and stories.
- Strategically aligning content with the Media and Communications Strategy.
About you:
- Very strong writing skills, with overall excellent communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills, to meet multiple projects’ objectives and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- A collaborative approach.
- Keen eye for detail.
- Experience with content creation for multiple platforms.
Offerings/benefits/culture:
The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Family-friendly policies
- On-campus gym, medical services, cafes, Post Office, supermarket and childcare facilities.
- Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
- Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
- Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)
What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we require your CV/Resume and a cover letter explaining what skills you would bring to the role; no additional documents are necessary.
Submit your CV and a 1-page cover letter through the “Apply Now” tab. We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your application with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.
Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position must have valid working rights at the time of submission.
For job-specific information: please contact Suzanne Lazaroo, Communications Manager, suzanne.lazaroo@canberra.edu.au.
For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.
Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 9 November 2025
Advertised: 31 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time