Strategic Communications Lead - Social Media (Hybrid)

Alura Agency; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Extra 3 days leave in December

Course discounts

Superannuation contributions

Job summary

UNSW is seeking a Communications Officer (External) to develop engaging content, support strategic communications and deliver initiatives that strengthen engagement with key audiences and the University's priorities.

Reporting to the Communications Manager, you will create content across web, social, newsletters and events, provide advice to stakeholders and help shape campaigns that raise UNSW's profile and reputation. The role is based in Sydney with hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in communications, PR, marketing, journalism or related discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, able to tailor messages for different audiences and channels.
• Experience developing and implementing communication plans, campaigns and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Experience liaising with media, journalists, and pitching stories to outlets.
• Ability to analyse communication performance and use insights to enhance activities.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering communication plans, campaigns and content that support strategic initiatives and organisational priorities.
• Creating, coordinating and distributing content across web, social media, publications, newsletters, events and stakeholder communications.
• Providing communications advice and support to stakeholders, helping identify opportunities to maximise engagement and impact.
• Supporting media and promotional activities, preparing communication materials and contributing to campaigns that enhance UNSW's reputation and profile.
• Monitoring communication performance and audience engagement, using data and insights to continuously improve outcomes.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Media relations

Content development

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications

Job description

UNSW is seeking a Communications Officer (External) to develop engaging content, support strategic communications and deliver initiatives that strengthen engagement with key audiences and the University's priorities.

Reporting to the Communications Manager, you will create content across web, social, newsletters and events, provide advice to stakeholders and help shape campaigns that raise UNSW's profile and reputation. The role is based in Sydney with hybrid working arrangements.