• Office of the Vice President (Advancement and Community Engagement)

• Full-time, fixed term position up until 31 December 2026

• Base salary will be in the range $93,491 - $100,296 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)

• Based at the picturesque St Lucia Campus 

About This Opportunity 

The University of Queensland is seeking a creative and driven Communications Coordinator to join our Advancement and Community Engagement team. In this dynamic role, you’ll craft compelling stories that deepen connections with our alumni, donors and broader community, helping to showcase the impact of UQ’s people, research and partnerships.

No two days will look the same. You’ll produce high-quality feature writing, reporting and digital content, while also supporting media liaison and broader communication activities across the portfolio. Your work will play a key role in elevating UQ’s profile and strengthening engagement across a diverse and passionate global community.

As a valued member of the team, you’ll contribute to a wide range of initiatives, from major philanthropic projects to alumni programs and community engagement campaigns. This is an exciting opportunity for a communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by meaningful, purpose-driven storytelling.

If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career with one of Australia’s leading universities, we’d love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Research, write and edit feature articles, news items and other content for a range of print and electronic publications such as magazines, e-newsletters, electronic direct mail, social media and websites.

• Prepare formal communications such as letters and reports as needed for executive leadership.

• Work collaboratively with Advancement and Community Engagement staff across the University to assist their communications requirements as needed.

• Facilitate effective alumni and donor engagement campaigns, including event framing and speech writing.

• Ensure all Advancement marketing and communications are consistent with UQ brand guidelines.

About UQ

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:

• Up to 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

• 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

• On campus childcare options

• Affordable parking (from just $6.40 a day)

• Salary packaging options

About Advancement and Community Engagement

Advancement and Community Engagement (ACE) leads UQ’s social impact-focused portfolio. This includes oversight of philanthropic partnerships, The Queensland Commitment, global alumni engagement, community engagement and events, and relationship management systems and services

We are committed to positioning UQ as a worthy destination for philanthropy, ensuring future generations have access to educational opportunity and that we continue to deliver world leading research and innovation.

Equally, our focus is on building strong relationships with more than 350,000 alumni worldwide, as Change Makers. Together we create opportunities to share knowledge, skills, ideas and provide mentoring and peer coaching opportunities, that provide lifelong beneficial partnerships. To learn more about philanthropy at UQ visit https://alumni.uq.edu.au/giving/. To learn more about Advancement’s alumni engagement activities, visit https://alumni.uq.edu.au/. To learn more about The Queensland Commitment, visit https://partners-community.uq.edu.au/queensland-commitment.

About You

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or a related area.

• Experience in the production of high-quality marketing and communications materials for a higher education institution, industry or government agency.

• Demonstrated expertise in formal communications, such as report writing and/or speech writing.

• High-level proof-reading, editing, organisational and project management skills, including the ability to set, enforce and meet deadlines.

• High-level attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

• A strong client focus and the ability to liaise effectively with management and other internal stakeholders at all levels.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Britt Wilkins, Senior Communications Coordinator via [email protected].

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

Want to Apply? 

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume

• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength 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. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact [email protected].

Other Information 

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.

Applications close Monday, 19 January 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-59193).