Communications Advisor - Social Media

Salary Level HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation

Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working

About the role

Exciting opportunity to join the External Affairs and Media team as Communications Advisor – Social Media, where you will be part of a small, dynamic and creative team that supports the strategic objectives of the University by managing RMIT’s public presence across all major social media platforms.

With a focus on amplifying research, thought leadership and student life, you will be responsible for working with stakeholders across the organisation to develop best practice digital content and provide expert advice backed by insights and analytics.

With a view to helping protect and position the RMIT brand, you will also support social listening and community management, helping to identify and manage potential reputational risks and compliance requirements.

To be successful in this position, you will have:

1. Experience in a highly effective social media function and involvement in the development of creative social media-based content.
2. Demonstrated experience in communications planning, delivery and measurement that contributed to strategic organisational objectives.
3. Experience in working with data and stakeholders to identify emerging and unmet needs and to develop solutions.
4. Proven ability to create and/or curate video and audio content and to use it to strengthen social media communications strategies.
5. Demonstrated flair for visual communication, in particular the production and appropriate use of imagery, and experience in photography.
6. Excellent communication skills and demonstrated passion for delivering creative and impactful communications experiences.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the Portfolio

The International and Engagement portfolio is responsible for RMIT’s international strategy and agenda, including international development and partnerships and oversight of our international operations including RMIT Vietnam and RMIT Europe. It also incorporates the University’s key engagement functions including communications, experience (global marketing, global student recruitment, alumni), and business development and partnerships.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Adrian Ceddia (Senior Communications Manager) via email (emailprotected).

Position Description – Communications Advisor, Social Media

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Applications Close: 16 Mar 2025 11.59 pm

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