Marketing and Communications Senior Specialist
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About the opportunity
We are looking for a Marketing and Communications Senior Specialist to play a key role in shaping the University's reputation and engagement by leading strategic marketing and communications initiatives across student recruitment, research, alumni relations, and external outreach. Working closely with stakeholders in the Faculty of Medicine and Health, you'll ensure all communications are integrated, brand-aligned, and tailored to diverse audiences.
From developing campaigns and managing digital content to coordinating multimedia assets and overseeing a small team, this role offers variety and impact. You'll stay ahead of industry trends, support major events, and deputise for the Head of Marketing and Communications (Health and Science), contributing to a high-performing, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
* Lead strategic marketing and communications initiatives across student recruitment, research, alumni relations, and external outreach.
* Develop campaigns and manage digital content; coordinate multimedia assets and oversee a small team.
* Stay ahead of industry trends and support major events.
* Deputise for the Head of Marketing and Communications (Health and Science) as required.
About you
* Experience in developing and implementing integrated marketing and communications campaigns in a large and complex organisation.
* Excellent communication skills across stakeholder engagement, brand messaging, public speaking, facilitation, negotiation, social media management, and promotional campaigns.
* Experience editing copy to ensure publications meet editorial requirements and objectives (print or online).
* Experience using a content management system, ideally Adobe Suite.
* Experience using social and digital media to reach and engage target audiences.
* Project management experience; ability to lead a collaborative approach to address complex matters.
* Ability to provide leadership to staff and work effectively as a team member.
* Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with a diverse range of internal stakeholders.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment or background checks to the University's satisfaction. Ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence. We strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
For a confidential discussion about the role or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Kristy Fairweather, Recruitment Operations, by email at kristy.fairweather@sydney.edu.au.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role.
Applications Close
Tuesday 26 August 2025 11:59 PM
Job details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Consulting, Marketing, and Writing/Editing
* Industries: Higher Education
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