Communications & Engagement Officer

Job Description

Position Number: 0065021Location: ParkvilleRole type: Part-Time (0.6FTE); Fixed term for 12 monthsFaculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health SciencesDepartment/School: Department of General Practice and Primary Care, Melbourne Medical SchoolSalary: UoM 5 - $83,159 - $95,518p.a. plus 17% super (pro rata for part time) Your next career opportunity As a Communications and Engagement Officer for the RESTORE and Safer Families Centres, you'll provide proactive support in transforming health system responses to abuse and violence. You'll develop and deliver impactful communications across various channels, including social media, websites, and events, to support groundbreaking research and drive positive change in health reform. Your responsibilities will include: Develop Engaging Content: Create and manage social media presence, promotional materials, and targeted communications to effectively share research insights and engage stakeholders. Manage Digital Platforms: Maintain and update the RESTORE and Safer Families websites using Squarespace, ensuring content is current and impactful. Coordinate Events and Stakeholder Engagement: Organise workshops and events, while building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to identify emerging issues and research ideas. Analyse and Report: Utilise data and analytics to generate insights, enhance targeted communications, and contribute to reports, briefings, and media releases. You may be a great fit if: You are a proactive communicator with excellent writing skills, experience in digital communications, and the ability to work flexibly in a dynamic team environment while meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality outcomes. You may also: Have relevant qualifications or experience in communications Possess high-level writing and editing skills for various audiences and formats Demonstrate proficiency in using contemporary communications tools and techniques, especially social media and website management Show strong self-motivation and ability to work both independently and collaboratively What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members! Your new team – “Department of General Practice and Primary Care” The Department of General Practice and Primary Care at the University of Melbourne is a leading centre for primary care research, training, and innovation. With a network of over 600 community-based practices, we provide quality medical education, postgraduate training, and collaborate on research. Through initiatives like the Data for Decisions program, we ensure privacy while leveraging electronic medical record data. Our research focuses on biostatistics, implementation science, informatics, and co-design, addressing key healthcare challenges. Join us to shape the future of primary care and make a difference in patient outcomes. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page. Working at the University – what you need to know This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Join Us and unlock your career potential! Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today ! Including the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description) ^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Lachlan Bryce via email at , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address. Advertised: 31 Jan 2025 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time #J-18808-Ljbffr