• Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Engagement (ODVCIE)

• This is a part-time (29 hours per week), continuing position with FTE salary in the range $98,582.63 - $107,349.47 (HEW 7), plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%.

• Join a dynamic and fast paced team in a pivotal role that offers the opportunity to positively impact the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

• Contribute to and participate in a variety of engaging events, leveraging your strong time and project management abilities.

• Based at our St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity 

This position is responsible for coordinating and supporting a variety of engagement, communication, events, and marketing activities within the Indigenous Engagement Division. The successful candidate will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective marketing and communications across the division. They will also work closely with UQ's Marketing and Communications Division to promote greater coordination in Indigenous Engagement efforts. The role involves managing the development and implementation of branding messages that align with UQ's promotional expectations, ensuring a professional and targeted approach to engaging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Strategic Communication Planning: Lead the development and implementation of communication plans aligned with the ODVCIE external engagement strategy, targeting key priority audiences.

• Content Creation and Promotion: Develop original content on key topics for UQ and ODVCIE, and proactively promote ODVCIE and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit (ATSISU) content across various channels.

• Expert Advice and Support: Provide expert advice and support to ODVCIE and ATSISU staff and students, assisting leaders in developing and releasing impactful content. Facilitate ODVCIE's contribution to shaping the future through thought leadership and policy debate.

• Channel Management and Collaboration: Manage and coordinate communication and engagement activities across various channels, ensuring consistent messaging. Collaborate with UQ Marketing and Communication to support enterprise communication campaigns. Develop and maintain relationships with relevant UQ organizational units.

About You  

• Relevant degree and extensive experience in marketing and communication, with demonstrated experience in delivering professional services within the university sector or a similar environment.

• Excellent written and interpersonal skills, with the ability to create engaging content.

• Strong computer skills in website content management systems, communication platforms, and Adobe Creative Suite.

• Experience in analysing results and reporting on promotional campaigns.

• Expert knowledge of social media platforms and UQ Brand and communication policies.

• Demonstrated knowledge and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and identities.

• Ability to obtain a Queensland Blue Card and work with vulnerable people in accordance with relevant legislation.

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks.

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: 

• 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, and a condensed fortnight.

• 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.

• On campus childcare options, Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day), Salary packaging options.

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section  

• Resume 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Michelle at [email protected]. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

Applications close 30 September 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-43027). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 22 October 2024.

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. 

We know one of our strengths 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. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments. 

If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.