Join the dynamic and innovate Swinburne Communications & Media team
- Fulltime, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus
- HEW 8 salary + 17% super
**About the Role**
We are seeking a Communications Manager to develop and implement integrated, strategic communications plans that promote and protect Swinburne University's reputation as one of Australia's leading institutions.
In this pivotal role, you will report to the Deputy Director of University Communications and be responsible for creating innovative, engaging, and purposeful communications campaigns targeting staff, students, and external audiences.
As a key business partner, you will collaborate closely with specific portfolios and maintain strong professional relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. You will work across various functions to ensure the successful achievement of our communications objectives.
**About You**
**To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities**:
- Demonstrated excellence in developing and executing creative, results-driven communications strategies and campaigns that support organisational goals and objectives
- Demonstrated excellence in managing the production and distribution of innovative, engaging and purposeful content across external, internal and social audiences
- A good track record and experience supporting and developing a team through change
- Experience in the operational requirements for a content and communications team including quality assurance and systems management
**Further information about this role can be found in the attached position description.**
**Qualifications**
Tertiary qualification and substantial relevant experience in corporate communications, PR, media or a related field
**About Swinburne University of Technology**
Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a current and different university - one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.
**To Apply**
Please submit your CV and cover letter on your suitability for this position.
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**Applications Close: Monday 4th May 2025, 11pm**
Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.
**Diversity, Equity and Inclusion**
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.
Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.
We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.
**Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.**
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📌 Communications Manager
🏢 Swinburne University Of Technology
📍 Melbourne