Internal Communication Officer

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UTS has a bold vision to be a world-leading university of technology. We are a dynamic and innovative university in central Sydney, consistently ranked the top young university in Australia. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.

Marketing and Communications Unit (MCU) is seeking to fill a current vacancy for the Internal Communication Officer. The Marketing and Communication Unit (MCU) is responsible for effectively promoting and enhancing the image and reputation of the university through the development and implementation of marketing plans, media and public relations activities, internal communication and corporate identity strategy.

The Internal Communication Officer executes official UTS communication programs for staff or students. They support mapping and surveys of these audiences, as well as helping to develop customer journeys and personas, and regularly measure staff or student engagement and advocacy. They sometimes manage major broadcast communication channels to these audiences, and provide advice, support and strategic planning to internal clients wishing to communicate with staff/students, as well as supporting improved internal communication training.

The Internal Communication Officer will report to the Internal Communication Manager (MCU) and will be part of the Internal Communication Team (MCU).

At MCU we believe in being highly-collaborative and making sure everybody's voice is heard. We have a caring and supportive environment that is passionate about delivering first-class service to the UTS community. The Internal Communication Team prides itself on being respectful, fun and committed. You'll be joining a high-performing team that is flexible and dynamic.

Main duties/responsibilities:

• Identify opportunities to develop relationships with staff and students by creating communication programs and strategies to promote UTS's news and achievements via various media and channels.
• Prepare and distribute key communication materials for target audiences.
• Measure and evaluate the success of internal communication activities and recommend improvements/ alternative approaches.
• Provide strategic communication advice to internal clients
• Build strategic relationships with internal clients as well as external representatives.
• Together with the Internal Communication Manager update and report on the success of the communication programs and strategies.
• Develop and maintain owned channels, and administer key communication platforms, activities and publications

Main skills/experience required:

• Very good oral and written communication skills in a variety of formats and technologies, from social media to websites and traditional article writing.
• Professional liaison, negotiation, networking and diplomacy skills - ability to liaise with senior academic and professional staff.
• Basic understanding of measurement and evaluation within internal communication.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines, autonomously
• Strong digital literacy skills, including experience with web-based platforms, HTML, content management systems and Microsoft Office programs.
• Experience with effective internal communication strategies and approaches, including digital, social and traditional platforms, tools and channels.

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities please download the position description from the link below.

Remuneration

Base Salary Range: $87,414 to $96,701 pa (HEW 7)

This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary. Employee benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

This position is full time and appointment will be made on a continuing basis.

How To Apply

Prior to commencing your application for IRC112747, please review the Position Description and the relevant selection criteria. You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document.For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Answering Selection Criteria
  
Please note that only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted.  Current UTS employees should apply through their UTS Employee Self Service function.

As you will be unable to save your application once started, please have all required documents and information available prior to commencing.

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC112747.

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at [email protected] or on +61 (0) 2 9514 1080.

Closing Date:  Monday July 23rd 2018 11:59pm (AEST)

Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.

We are committed to diversity and social inclusion, evidenced by our WGEA Employer of Choice citation, Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy and the UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. We welcome applications from women (particularly for senior and non-traditional roles), Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.