About The Team
The Marketing and Communications Office is a group of committed professional services staff dedicated to inspiring people to choose Murdoch. Through brand, marketing and communications strategies we enhance the reputation of the University, drive future growth and lead employee communications. The team share the work of Murdoch University’s academics, researchers, staff and students with the Murdoch community, as well as domestic and international audiences.
Your New Role!
The Communications and Marketing Partner supports the University’s acquisition marketing efforts by creating targeted content and strategic communications that elevate the profile within the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics for the Engineering and Energy, and Information Technology Schools. Working closely with academic leaders of these schools and within Murdoch’s broader marketing strategy, this role develops tailored campaigns, drives staff and student engagement, and enhances program visibility.
Your Key responsibilities will include –
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Content Creation and Storytelling: Craft compelling narratives that highlight academic
and student achievements, research outcomes, teaching innovations, and student
experiences to engage a diverse audience of current staff and students, future students,
and higher education, industry and community members. -
Reputation Building: Develop and execute communication strategies to strengthen the
reputation of the College and its Schools, showcasing the unique strengths
and achievements of staff, students and programs. This may include media outreach to
industry publications to secure relevant coverage and industry engagement activities. -
Social Media Campaigns: plan, execute, and manage targeted social media campaigns
on behalf of the Schools to engage current staff and students, attract prospective students,
and promote key events or initiatives. -
Marketing Materials Development: Create marketing content and materials to be used
by the School and, where appropriate, the MCO, such as course flyers, brochures, and
prospectuses, tailored to prospective student and stakeholder needs
Please refer to the
Position Description
for further details.
What We Offer You!
This Fixed Term (2 Years) |Full Time attracts a remuneration of $ 97,743 – $ 107,690 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.
You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.
As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:
- Periodic salary increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling an 6% increase!
- Flexible work arrangements
- Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
- Indigenous Language Allowance
- Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic
For further information, check out our
benefits and services page
!
Join us!
Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -
- A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
- Your most recent resume (CV)
What you’ll bring to the role:
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A tertiary degree with 2+ years’ experience in marketing, content creation or community
management role or an equivalent combination or relevant experience and/or
education/training -
Knowledge and understanding of content marketing practices, digital platforms and social
media - Experience in managing and publishing website content
- Excellent writing, storytelling, and content production skills
- Ability to think creatively to concept, brief and deliver new ideas in the digital space
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex environment, leveraging their expertise
to deliver impactful communication outcomes - Desirable: Experience in marketing and communications across the fields of Engineering and/or Information Technology
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
Contact Us
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Nicole Bolton, Senior Manager Acquisition Marketing and quote JR104120 as the reference.
Applications Close on 12th August 2025 (11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
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