Library Communications Lead for Inclusive Student Engagement

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 137,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney is seeking a Senior Communications Lead to drive the Library's inclusive brand and engagement strategy. You will deliver culturally safe, research-driven communications that strengthen student connection and stakeholder engagement.

In partnership with the Library and university experts, you will review and develop the communications plan, prioritising student engagement and showcasing the Library's value.

Qualifications

• Experience producing engaging content across channels.
• Proficiency with content management systems for digital content.
• Experience in higher education with varied stakeholders.
• Strong writing and editing for diverse audiences.
• Ability to tailor messaging for different groups.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Customer-focused, responsive service delivery.
• Effective negotiation and influencing skills.
• Proven project management across competing priorities.
• Collaborative work across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Library's inclusive brand and engagement strategy.
• Develop and implement a research-driven communications plan for student engagement.
• Coordinate across Library and university experts to align priorities and communications.
• Gather feedback, identify data sources, and address data gaps.

Skills

Content creation

Content development

Writing and editing

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Content management systems

Analytical thinking

Customer-focused service

Negotiation and influencing

Collaboration

Tools

Content management systems

Job description

The University of Sydney is seeking a Senior Communications Lead to drive the Library's inclusive brand and engagement strategy. You will deliver culturally safe, research-driven communications that strengthen student connection and stakeholder engagement.

In partnership with the Library and university experts, you will review and develop the communications plan, prioritising student engagement and showcasing the Library's value.