Description Join a high performing and fun team. Hone your storytelling skills. Dynamic comms opportunity in Hamilton. Nga korero mo te turanga – About the role This position supports the University's strategic goals by planning, developing, and sharing engaging content that grows the University's reputation and celebrates its successes, both via its own channels and through external media. Providing communications support at an operational level but with a strategic lens over everything, having a nose for news and a wide-ranging awareness of the University and its sector is key to this role's success. Nothing stands still from week to week in this team, so you'll also have the opportunity to stretch outside of external comms and lend a hand with internal and corporate comms when needed. For more information about the role please see the position description here. Salary will be in the range of $82,795 - $94,691 pro rated per year based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours a week based on our Hillcrest Campus. This is a fixed term position for 12 months to cover parental leave. Ko wai koe? – Who are you? As well as a relevant qualification, you have been building your skills as a communications professional and are growing your confidence in engaging with media. You pay attention to detail and keep relevant context in mind while being able to manage your time and turn work around quickly under pressure. You're developing your radar for risk and you can connect confidently with people at all levels of an organisation. With a keen eye for great photography and an ability to communicate complex ideas, projects, or research to a general audience, your demonstrable proficiency across a range of storytelling requirements sets you apart. Ko wai matou? – Who are we? The Communications team protects and builds the reputation of the University amongst its diverse stakeholder groups and provides leadership to ensure alignment with the University's strategic direction. This includes working closely with a number of other functions across the University, including marketing and academic divisions. He aha nga take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position? We want you to be part of our success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you'll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits. The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Ko te Tangata – For the People The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education, and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. E herea ana te Whare Wananga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitu orite ki nga tangata katoa. Applications Close on Wednesday July 24, 2024. Requisition Number 1001814 #J-18808-Ljbffr
