- Lead strategic project communication and engagement strategies across the University
- Opportunity to work with senior stakeholders and operate with high autonomy
- Competitive salary, flexible working, 17% super and so much more…
Job no: HRC0007131
Category: HEW level 9 - $125,767 - $134,749 plus 17% superannuation
Position: Full Time Fixed Term until 31st December 2025
Location: Newcastle (Callaghan) Campus
Our University
The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.
For more information click here – Our Uni.
Our Unit
A unique opportunity exists to join the University of Newcastle as we embark on enhancing our strategic footing for the future. With the announcement of the Australian Universities Accord that will drive transformative reform across the Higher Education system, we are exploring avenues to further enhance our support for students and refine our operational practices to continue to better serve our region.
The University is standing up a program of work to identify where we can gain efficiencies and improve our effectiveness as an institution. Led by our Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic Excellence), Professor Jennifer Milam, the Performance Excellence team, will support the coordinated implementation of institutional strategic priorities, and large change initiatives, preparing the University to be a sustainable institution well into the future.
The team will define a path of performance excellence derived from a holistic approach and a collaborative culture that will sustain our world-class learning experience for students and support a high-performing research-intensive university.
The Team is responsible for providing resources, insights, and specialised support in the areas of project and change management, communications, and data-informed strategic insights.
Be challenged and imagine with us
The Communication Manager, Major Projects is responsible for conceptualising, developing and implementing key strategic project communications and engagement strategies to deliver the priorities of the University. The role provides advice to senior stakeholders and operates with a high level of autonomy. The successful candidate with focus on internal communications and engagement strategies aligned with, Academic Excellence initiatives, and the Service Excellence Program.
This role will lead a small team of project and internal communications specialists responsible for delivering University’s staff communications.
How will you inspire us?
Reporting to the Program Director, Performance Excellence, the successful candidate will have the strategic leadership skills to lead a team in the development and delivery of institution-wide communication initiatives and staff engagement.
You will have:
- Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or extensive management experience and proven management expertise; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Demonstrated leadership capability to manage high performing teams to deliver exceptional outcomes.
- Proven experience in developing and leading internal communication strategies to improve staff engagement,
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, ability to build trust with senior executives and a strong track record preparing strategic communications advice and materials.
- Highly-developed analytical and problem-solving skills with the capacity to think creatively, act strategically and manage change in a large complex organisation while effectively managing stakeholder expectations, issues and risks.
- Demonstrated high-level facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills with the ability to manage challenging relationships, gain consensus and influence outcomes.
For the full list of essential and desirable selection criteria, please review the Position Description.
What we offer
This position will be offered as a HEW 9 full-time fixed-term role with 17% superannuation.
For information on our employee benefits (such as flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships and salary packaging) please click here.
The University is committed to being a leader in family-friendly working environments.
Move to Newcastle
A move to Newcastle offers you the choice to live in the city, by the sea or near bushland - the region offers a wonderful place for a family to grow and the opportunity to strike a work/life balance.
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Your next steps
Visit this page for a guide on how to apply for a role.
If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.
Your application must include:
- Your curriculum vitae
- A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity and addressing the selection criteria
Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.
Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 2 - 3 pages.
For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the Position Description (available in the Related Documents section below).
For specific position enquiries, please contact Kathy Hadley, Executive Assistant, Office of Academic Excellence on (02) 4921 7700 or via email at kathy.hadley@newcastle.edu.au
Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au
Closing date: Monday 17th June, 2024 at 11.59pm AEST
We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you
The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.
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