Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term (6 months)
Faculty: Architecture, Building and Planning
Department: Australian Urban Research Infrastructure Network (AURIN)
Salary: UOM 7; AUD $111,275 - $120,453 p.a. plus 17% super

• Work on nationally significant urban data infrastructure / collaborate with experts across academia, government and industry / grow advanced digital marketing capabilities

• Apply now to lead impactful digital marketing that connects AURIN’s data, tools and stories with key decision makers.
• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. 

The University of Melbourne 
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.

Your next career opportunity 
You will drive creative digital content and campaigns that showcase AURIN’s national urban research and data impact. You will collaborate with experts across academia, government and industry to translate complex insights into compelling stories. You will refine versatile skills in content strategy, stakeholder engagement, events and modern marketing technologies.

What you will deliver: 

• Develop and implement integrated marketing and communications plans that grow AURIN’s visibility, engagement and impact.
• Create, edit and design high-quality digital and print content tailored to diverse research and policy audiences.
• Curate stories and case studies by interviewing stakeholders, reviewing research outputs and monitoring urban policy developments.
• Coordinate scheduling and delivery of eNews, social media, website updates and external communications across all channels.
• Support event planning and delivery for AURIN conferences, workshops and presentations, including contractor and supplier coordination.

You may be a great fit if you: 

• Hold a degree or equivalent experience in communications, marketing or a closely related field.
• Bring demonstrated experience implementing innovative communications strategies and measurable results across digital channels.
• Use tools such as HubSpot, StoryChief, Canva, WordPress and Squarespace for content creation and distribution.
• Demonstrate ability to translate complex research and data into clear, engaging content for specialist and general audiences.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with data custodians, researchers and partners, ensuring accurate approvals and high-quality correspondence.
• Coordinate multiple projects, events and external contractors, maintaining strong customer service and confident internal presentations.

For further information please refer to the attached PD. 

What we offer you! 
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: 

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being 
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company 

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program 

For more information check out our benefits page! 

Your new team
At AURIN in the Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning, you will join a small marketing team. The team is collaborative, works fluidly and manages complex moving parts with autonomy and confidence. You will partner with leading academics, government and industry to apply geospatial and urban data for better cities.

Be Yourself 
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
  
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected].

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Brett Verity at [email protected]
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Position Description
JR-018062 Marketing Coordinator AURIN PD.docx
JR-018062 Marketing Coordinator AURIN PD.pdf