Multiple Senior Communications Business Partner Positions

Job Description

Overview: Multiple 12-month fixed-term positions (parental leave) Salary $130,748 - $140,089 + 17% Superannuation and hybrid ways of working Shape and develop an integrated strategic communications plan Are you an exceptional corporate affairs practitioner who has experience partnering with senior stakeholders, can think strategically and loves working in a high-performing team? We are recruiting for multiple Senior Communication Business Partners for 12-month fixed-term positions to cover parental leave vacancies across the team. As a key trusted and strategic advisor, you will partner with and provide guidance and counsel to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the College or Portfolio and their leadership teams to shape and develop an integrated strategic communications plan that supports the strategic direction, goals and objectives of the area. You will actively engage with the College or Portfolio executive teams and work with autonomy to meet the needs of your client group. You will take responsibility for the Deputy Vice-Chancellor’s communications and engagement activities to maximise and showcase RMIT’s impact, manage risks and issues and support staff engagement through the development and implementation of a comprehensive content strategy focused on creating an aligned narrative that shares the College or Portfolio story to both internal audiences, across RMIT globally, and externally. You will also be responsible for leading multi-discipline campaigns, streams of work and projects as well as developing and maintaining outstanding cross-functional relationships across the University and the wider Communications team. This may include working with multiple delivery partners to achieve a shared outcome. Education sector experience is not essential; however, if you have a passion for communicating the arts, research, business or vocational education then please get in touch. These are not marketing roles – communications experience, either in internal communications and/or external communications is essential. To be successful in this position, you’ll have: Demonstrated experience in business partnering, managing complex stakeholders and priorities, with the ability to deliver impactful communications in a timely and responsive way. Experience working in an issues-rich environment and can lead, manage and execute multiple projects. Had responsibility for leading a high-performing team or coaching and mentoring staff in a high-performing team. Strong professional writing and editing skills, including writing for multiple audiences in various formats both print and digital environments. Sound knowledge of industry-leading communications best practice to effectively select the most beneficial channel mix depending on audience and desired outcomes. Ability to collect, analyse, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data and information to develop a thorough understanding of stakeholder motivations and preferences and opinions. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the Portfolio: The International and Engagement portfolio is responsible for RMIT’s international strategy and agenda, including international development and partnerships and oversight of our international operations including RMIT Vietnam and RMIT Europe. It also incorporates the University’s key engagement functions including communications, experience (global marketing, global student recruitment, alumni), and business development and partnerships. To Apply: Please submit your CV and covering letter only addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply ’ link below. For further information about these positions, please see Position Description below or contact Darren at . Position Description - Senior Communications Business Partner Please note: if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements. #LI-Hybrid Applications Close: 23 Feb 2025 11.59 pm RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 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