Communications Officer

Communications Officer

Position Number:

3042575

Type of Employment:

Casual

Classification:

Hew Level 5

Organisational Environment

The Division of Information Technology Services (ITS) at The University of Queensland provides an information environment that supports the teaching, learning, research and engagement objectives of the University and contributes positively to the student experience and the University's reputation, in line with our values of excellence, creativity, honesty, accountability, supportive, respect and diversity. It delivers network, systems and IT infrastructure support to the University, and application development. Also located within ITS is the internationally recognised network security group, AusCERT, which provides Internet security services throughout Australia and New Zealand.  ITS manages core networks not only for the whole of The University of Queensland but also works with other Queensland universities to manage access to the national university network (AARNet). ITS also operates research computing infrastructure and hosts many of the University's largest servers.

For further information visit our website www.its.uq.edu.au

Information for Prospective Staff

Information about life at UQ including staff benefits, relocation and UQ campuses is available at - http://www.uq.edu.au/current-staff/working-at-uq

DUTY STATEMENT 

Primary Purpose of Position

To effectively develop, maintain and coordinate the communication needs of the Information Technology Services Division.  The position will manage existing communication platforms for the Division as well as advise upon and assist in the development of a range of tools to deliver improved communications.  The position will champion the cause of up to date communication medium, support staff across the organisation, instigate new initiatives and enhance the existing suite of communication options.  The Communications Officer will work closely with staff from University's Information Technology Services (ITS) and the Office of Marketing and Communications (OMC).

Duties

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Identify, research and write material for internal and external communication channels
• Edit draft media releases, ensure approvals and distribute through UQ News online and to media
• Organise events such as IT Management or All IT staff meetings or photo shoots etc. where necessary
• Implement targeted communications strategies and initiatives that strengthen relationships and collaborations with stakeholders, students, staff and key audiences
• Develop content and communications for major initiatives, projects, announcements and events
• Develop and publish key IT newsletters, articles and content for ITS websites
• Ensure that the ITS websites are operating effectively to meet the needs of stakeholders
• Maintain the ITS Photo chart and organisational chart
• Interact and share knowledge within the team to assist in the development of work priorities, plans and approaches
• Maintain quality assurance standards and ensure all marketing and communication material and content is accurate and complies with UQ standards

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact name Paul Sheeran on p.sheeran@its.uq.edu.au

To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter and Resume