Faculty Communications Coordinator

Auckland University of Technology (AUT); Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 76,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is seeking an engaging and proactive communications professional to join our Operations Support team as a Faculty Communications Coordinator. Reporting to the Manager – Operations Support, you will deliver communications, engagement initiatives and events that support the Faculty's strategic priorities and strengthen connections across our diverse community.

Working closely with academic and professional staff, Faculty leaders and central AUT teams, you

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in communications, public relations, journalism or a related field.
• At least two years' experience in communications, public relations, corporate communications or internal communications.
• Experience creating content for websites, intranet platforms and social media channels.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading and storytelling skills.
• Experience developing and delivering communication plans and supporting events.
• Experience using content management systems and digital communication tools.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• The ability to balance multiple deadlines and maintain high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write and publish content across newsletters, websites, intranet channels, email and social media.
• Coordinate Faculty communications, including leadership updates and key organisational messaging.
• Manage Faculty communications and content calendars.
• Support the planning and delivery of Faculty events, including promotion and post-event communications.
• Manage Faculty social media channels and identify opportunities to showcase research, achievements and success stories.
• Build effective relationships across the Faculty and with AUT's Brand, Marketing and Communications teams.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Storytelling

Stakeholder engagement

Digital communications tools

Content management systems

Social media

Education

Tertiary qualification in communications, public relations, journalism or related field

Tools

CMS platforms

Social media platforms

Job description

• Shape Faculty communications and engagement across a vibrant academic community
• Bring creativity to a varied role spanning content, social media and events
• Support AUT's strategic and Māori success priorities through meaningful communication
• Permanent, full-time role based at AUT's North Campus

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is New Zealand's newest university and one of its most distinctive. Centred on students and grounded in knowledge that works, AUT is 5-star rated by QS, with more than 27,000 students and 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. It's a place of real opportunity, where the values of Pono, Tika and Aroha shape how talented, progressive people work together – and you'll feel that in the culture, in the collaboration and in the difference the work makes for students, communities and the world.

Our community is stronger because of the roleTe Tiriti plays in how we operate, and because Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership and contribution are central to who we are. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

AUT’sFaculty of Health and Environmental Sciences is a vibrant, interdisciplinary academic community committed to improving health, wellbeing and environmental sustainability locally and globally. The Faculty brings together leading educators, researchers and practitioners across health sciences, public health, rehabilitation, sport and exercise science,food science, chemistry, biology, biomedical science, andenvironmental science, with a strong emphasis on applied learning andreal-worldimpact. Staff benefit from close links with industry, iwi, communities and government, opportunities for collaborative and translational research, and a culture that values innovation, equity and social responsibility. The Faculty offers an engaging, supportive environment for talented academics who want their teaching and research to make a meaningful difference in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.

We are seeking an engaging and proactive communications professional to join our Operations Support team as a Faculty Communications Coordinator.

Reporting to the Manager – Operations Support, you will deliver communications, engagement initiatives and events that support the Faculty's strategic priorities and strengthen connections across our diverse community. Working closely with academic and professional staff, Faculty leaders and central AUT teams, you will ensure communications are audience-focused, coordinated and aligned with AUT standards.

This varied role encompasses content development, communications, events and social media. You will coordinate internal communications, manage Faculty social media channels, support Faculty and School events, and maintain communication platforms that keep staff informed. You will also contribute to the Faculty's Māori visibility objectives through collaboration with Te Kāhui Manukura and support AUT's Te Aronui framework.

You will be an exceptional communicator who enjoys building relationships, uncovering compelling stories and creating engaging content. With strong organisational skills, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities, you will thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy contributing to the success of students, staff and the wider Faculty community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop, write and publish content across newsletters, websites, intranet channels, email and social media.
• Coordinate Faculty communications, including leadership updates and key organisational messaging.
• Manage Faculty communications and content calendars.
• Support the planning and delivery of Faculty events, including promotion and post-event communications.
• Manage Faculty social media channels and identify opportunities to showcase research, achievements and success stories.
• Build effective relationships across the Faculty and with AUT's Brand, Marketing and Communications teams.

As a professional staff member at AUT, you’ll help our university thrive by improving services, supporting students and staff and driving practical improvements across our campuses. We’re looking for people with energy, curiosity and openness to new ideaswho bring a collaborative, adaptable approach and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

You’ll also bring cultural humility and respect for Te Tiriti o Waitangi , Indigenous peoples and diverse communities. Experience supporting Indigenous, equity or inclusion-focused initiatives is highly valued.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in communications, public relations, journalism or a related field.
• At least two years' experience in communications, public relations, corporatecommunicationsor internal communications.
• Demonstrated experience creating content for websites, intranetplatformsand social media channels.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading and storytelling skills.
• Experience developing and delivering communication plans and supporting events.
• Experience using content management systems and digital communication tools.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• The ability to balance multiple deadlines and competing priorities whilemaintaininghigh attention to detail.

Along with your CV, please submit a cover letter which a) explains why this role (and AUT) is of interest, and b) addresses how you feel you meet some, or all, of thekey criterialisted above.

Please note - all applications must be submitted through the online application process on AUT’s careers website.

• Start Date: ASAP
• Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $76,000 - $102,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 96221

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