Communications Officer (External)

UNSW is seeking a Communications Officer to help bring UNSW's stories, achievements and impact to life. In this role, you'll develop engaging content, provide strategic communications support and deliver initiatives that strengthen engagement with key audiences and support the university's strategic priorities.

Reporting to the Communications Manager, you'll use your expertise in communications, public relations or journalism to create compelling content, build strong stakeholder relationships and drive communications activities that enhance awareness, engagement and reputation outcomes.

This is a full-time, continuing role at Level 7, based in Kensington with a hybrid working arrangement.

What you'll be doing

• Developing and delivering communication plans, campaigns and content that support strategic initiatives and organisational priorities
• Creating, coordinating and distributing content across a range of channels, including web, social media, publications, newsletters, events and stakeholder communications
• Providing communications advice and support to stakeholders, helping identify opportunities to maximise engagement and impact
• Supporting media and promotional activities, preparing communication materials and contributing to campaigns that enhance UNSW's reputation and profile
• Monitoring communication performance and audience engagement, using data and insights to continuously improve outcomes

What we're looking for

A proactive and collaborative communications professional who enjoys building relationships, creating engaging content and delivering meaningful outcomes, with:

• Relevant qualifications and demonstrated experience in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism or a related discipline
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences and channels
• Experience developing and implementing communication plans, campaigns and stakeholder engagement initiatives
• Experience building relationships with media, liaising with journalists, and proactively identifying and pitching stories to news outlets
• Proven ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes
• Experience producing high-quality content across digital, social, media and corporate communication channels
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to analyse communication performance and use insights to enhance future activities

For further information on the role and responsibilities, please refer to the position description on the listing.

What's on offer

• Salary: Level 7, A$118,483 – A$128,233, plus 17% superannuation
• Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
• An additional three days' leave during the December shutdown period
• Career development opportunities
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)

Equality, diversity and inclusion

UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

Candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification and criminal history screening where relevant to the role. Sponsorship is not available for this role; valid Australian working rights are required on application.

How to apply

Submit your CV and cover letter (both required) detailing your interest and suitability for the job before 11:55pm on Sunday 15 November 2026. For queries on the recruitment process, contact Rachel Darcy at [email protected] (applications sent directly to this address cannot be accepted).