Full time opportunity, fixed term until Dec 2026 Lead strategic marketing and communications, driving impact through campaigns, digital content, events, and team leadership Base Salary $146,197 - $154,260 17% superannuation About the opportunity We are looking for a Marketing and Communications Senior Specialist to play a key role in shaping the University's reputation and engagement by leading strategic marketing and communications initiatives across student recruitment, research, alumni relations, and external outreach. Working closely with stakeholders in the Faculty of Medicine and Health, you'll ensure all communications are integrated, brand-aligned, and tailored to diverse audiences. From developing campaigns and managing digital content to coordinating multimedia assets and overseeing a small team, this role offers variety and impact. You'll stay ahead of industry trends, support major events, and deputise for the Head of Marketing and Communications (Health and Science), contributing to a high-performing, collaborative environment. About you Experience in developing and implementing integrated marketing and communications campaigns in a large and complex, multi-faceted organisation Excellent communication skills across stakeholder engagement, brand messaging, public speaking, facilitation, negotiation, social media management, and promotional campaigns Experience editing copy written by others to ensure a publication, print or online, is of a standard that meets editorial requirements and objectives Experience using a content management system, ideally Adobe suite Experience using social and digital media to reach and engage target audiences Project management experience; an ability to lead a collaborative approach to address complex matters Ability to provide leadership to staff and to work effectively as a member of a team Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with a diverse range of internal stakeholders Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion , evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion . How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Kristy Fairweather, Recruitment Operations, by email to kristy.fairweather@sydney.edu.au © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Tuesday 26 August 2025 11:59 PM
