·        Full time fixed term until December 2027

·        Be the driving force behind the Centre’s digital presence and engagement based in Sydney

·        Base Salary $93K + 17% superannuation

About the Opportunity

This role will help support the Centre in China by managing digital communications, social media, email communications and digital content. You’ll work with University teams and external partners to develop and deliver engaging communications and impactful campaigns that promote the University’s activities and strengthen engagement with Chinese audiences.

Key Responsibilities

·        create, manage and publish engaging content across WeChat OA, WeChat mini programs, the website and other digital channels

·        develop and coordinate digital communications, including email campaigns, newsletters and targeted communications to key audiences

·        create, adapt and translate engaging digital content, including written content, photography and video

·        support media and communications activities and monitor coverage across China and Australia

·        monitor digital and social media trends and audience insights to inform content and communications strategies

·        coordinate communications projects, manage timelines and stakeholders, and report on campaign and channel performance

About You

·        fluent in both Chinese and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills

·        experience managing Chinese social media platforms, with strong user familiarity and cultural fluency desirable

·        experience developing digital communications and content across channels such as websites, email and social media

·        ability to create, adapt and translate engaging content for diverse audiences

·        strong communication, organisational and project coordination skills

·        proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple communications projects and priorities

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks and declarations 

  Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University.  Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum 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.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Riviera Son Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]

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