Marketing and Communication
Multiple full-time, permanent positions available across three diverse portfolios
Base salary will be in the range $111,154 - $124,619 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8)
Work at our vibrant and conveniently located St Lucia Campus
Manager, Media and Content (Health and Biomedical)
Manager, Media and Content (Advanced Technology, Minerals and Energy)
Manager, Media and Content (Environment, Agrifoods and Infrastructure)
These newly established positions will lead small teams, playing a crucial role in helping shape the University's storytelling and narrative for media, industry, government, and community audiences. Working closely with the Senior Manager, Media and Content, you will develop and execute communication content strategies within a dedicated portfolio, aligned with the University's strategic mission.
Some key responsibilities include:
Develop and implement a comprehensive content strategy to enhance UQ's reputation and align with strategic priorities, managing a team to deliver high-quality content and respond to media enquiries.
Build relationships with UQ experts and specialist media to create relevant, strategically aligned content that meets high editorial standards across multiple platforms.
Oversee content distribution strategies to maximise reach, monitor performance, and adjust tactics for optimal engagement.
Provide expert advice on media and content development, collaborate across units, and ensure alignment with UQ's communication goals, including occasional after-hours support.
UQ is taking a new approach to media and content, and we are excited to announce these newly created roles to enhance capabilities and drive our strategic objectives. You will work within a dedicated portfolio, collaborating with academics and experts in these fields to identify opportunities to promote our world-leading researchers and partnerships. For more details, please refer to the position descriptions linked below:
Manager, Media and Content (HealthBiomedical)-PD
Manager, Media and Content (EnviroAgInfra)-PD
Manager, Media and Content (AdvTechMinEnergy)-PD
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.
Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:
26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
17% superannuation contributions
17.5% annual leave loading
Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
UQ Study for Staff
Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
Salary packaging options
Our ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in communication, media, or content roles, with a demonstrated track record of creating and implementing strategic content plans and identifying emerging opportunities within the news cycle. You will possess excellent editorial judgment and a creative flair for crafting innovative content across multiple platforms, including video and digital media.
We value a strategic thinker who can quickly grasp complex topics and solve problems effectively under tight deadlines, ensuring a consistently high standard of work. Additionally, strong interpersonal, influencing, and advisory skills are essential, as the role requires the ability to work collaboratively to build support for new approaches and drive successful outcomes.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Questions?For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kim Lyell at [email protected]. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You' section. Please also indicate your preferred portfolio(s) within your cover letter.
Resume
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close Monday, 30 September 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-42015).