Marketing and Communications Coordinator - School of Public Health and
Preventive Medicine
Job No.: 682185
Location: 553 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: Continuing appointment
Remuneration: $106,789 - $117,128 pa HEW 7 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
The Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences is the largest faculty at Monash University and a global leader in health education and research. Within the Faculty, the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine (SPHPM) is one of the largest schools of public health in the Asia-Pacific region. Our vision is health and well-being for all people and communities, and we deliver on this by generating and translating impactful evidence, strengthening health systems, and shaping policy and practice.
We are seeking a talented Marketing and Communications Coordinator to join our team and lead initiatives that showcase the School’s achievements, strengthen our visibility, and support student recruitment. This role is pivotal in ensuring that our research, teaching, and engagement activities are promoted effectively across multiple platforms.
About the Role
In this role, you will:
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Develop and implement the School’s marketing and communications strategy, with a strong emphasis on student recruitment and reputation building.
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Act as the key liaison between SPHPM, the Faculty marketing team, and the University’s central Office of Marketing, Communications and Student Recruitment.
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Manage the SPHPM brand across digital and print channels, including the website, social media, newsletters, brochures and event collateral.
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Provide expert marketing advice and support for events such as Open Day, seminars, short courses and fundraising activities.
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Proactively identify opportunities to raise the School’s profile through media, conferences, public forums and community engagement.
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Produce engaging written content, ensuring all communications reflect Monash branding and messaging guidelines.
This position also provides supervision to one staff member and requires strong leadership and collaborative skills.
About You
We are looking for a creative and motivated marketing and communications professional with:
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A degree in public relations, journalism, marketing or a related field, with subsequent experience in a scientific/medical research setting, or equivalent experience/education.
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A proven track record in managing marketing campaigns and positioning an organisation in competitive markets.
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Strong interpersonal, relationship management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively at senior levels.
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Demonstrated expertise in developing media and communications strategies, including digital and print channels.
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Excellent creative writing and editing skills, with the ability to prepare high-quality promotional materials under tight deadlines.
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Well-developed conceptual and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and address emerging issues, risks and opportunities.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Learn more about Monash.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to
'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria from the attached Position Description.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Claudia Del Campo, School Manager, claudia.del.campo@monash.edu, +61 (0)498 651 954
Position Description: Position Description
Applications Close: Monday 29 September at 11:55pm AEST
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