News & Content Coordinator

at  University of New South Wales

Job no: 530290
Work type: Full Time
Location: Sydney, NSW

Categories: Marketing / Communications

• One of Australia’s leading research & teaching universities
• Vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community & inclusion
• Enjoy a career that makes a difference by collaborating & learning from the best

ABOUT THE ROLE

• $100K - $119K plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading
• Fixed Term – 17 months (to June 30th, 2026)
• Full-time (35 hours per week)
  This position reports into the External Engagement Manager, has a dotted line with the Institute Manager, UNSW Institute for Climate Risk & Response and has no direct reports.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A relevant tertiary qualification and experience or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Proven expertise in content production and curation across most digital mediums including video and social media.
• Knowledge of best practice digital content including analytics and SEO.
• Experience pitching and placing stories in mainstream and specialist media.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholder expectations to achieve successful outcomes.
• Impeccable attention to detail to ensure accuracy, consistency and the ability to enhance and bring content to life.
• Understanding of target audiences, with an effective writing style and ability to deliver high-impact messaging to key audiences.
• Proven success using initiative to develop, drive and share content ideas.
• Advanced level of computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training