Executive Briefings Specialist

University

Sydney

Hybrid

AUD 109,000 - 117,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Western Sydney University is seeking a proactive Briefings Coordinator at Parramatta, NSW. This full-time role at HEW Level 7 involves researching, drafting and editing executive communications for the Vice-Chancellor and Chancellor across briefing notes, speeches and articles.

You will coordinate content, liaise with stakeholders and ensure timely approvals while handling confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

Relevant degree in communications or journalism or equivalent.
Experience in speechwriting, briefing papers or communications within a complex organisation.
Ability to write clearly and persuasively across formats and audiences.
Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information quickly.

Responsibilities

Research, draft and edit executive communications for the Vice-Chancellor and Chancellor (briefing notes, speeches, speaking notes, opinion articles, social media).
Prepare high-level briefs and background papers for engagements with government, industry, media and stakeholders.
Coordinate content inputs, reviews and approvals within tight timeframes.
Source and verify information; align content with strategic priorities; manage confidentiality and discretion.
Support improvement of communication processes and systems within Strategic Communications.