Strategic Communications and Engagement LeadAt Victoria University, our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028.
VU is a bold and progressive dual sector University – evidenced by the implementation of an Australian first, the VU First Year College (FYC) and the VU Block Model as well as VU TAFE, renowned as a digital innovator in training and highly valued industry collaborator.
Our research with impact is strongly aligned to our TAFE and Higher Education offer, including Sports and Exercise Science (ranked 7th in the world), Policy Studies, Water; Green Research translation; Immunology and Early Childhood Education, to name a few.
VU has a strategic commitment to being a thriving place to study and work. We are one of Australia's most culturally and socially diverse universities, and our international students are highly valued contributors to the VU community.
About the Role: Reporting to the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Vice-Chancellor and working closely with the Chief of Staff, Director, Strategy and Planning, and Senior Executive Officers, this critical role serves as a trusted advisor, offering expert counsel and support to the Vice-Chancellor and executive team on communication and engagement plans and activities.
Through strategic guidance and a hands-on approach, the role will facilitate the attainment of high-quality, clear, and forward-thinking communications to diverse audiences, as well as actively fostering engagement initiatives that promote meaningful interaction and advance VU's strategy with key stakeholders.
We are looking for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment within a team that enacts new ideas, fosters collaboration, and is committed to creating innovative practices. If this role has grabbed your interest, we would love you to be part of VU's talented workforce and encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Conditions & Benefits: This is a full-time continuing role offered at HEP 9 classification with a salary range starting from $126,547.65 per annum plus 17% superannuation, working 36.75 hours per week.
Application Closing Date: Monday 27 January at 5pm
Commitment to Protecting Country: Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives and will take leadership responsibility to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion at VU: The University encourages applications from women, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and individuals from under-represented backgrounds in this field and at this leadership level. The University is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process for candidates with particular access needs.
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