Project Officer for Digital Communications

Full-time, fixed-term opportunity for 12 months. Located at the Charles Perkins Centre, Camperdown CampusJoin a leading multidisciplinary research centre and play a key role in transforming its digital presence through innovative, audience-focused communicationsBase Salary $107,312 - $115,686 (HEO6) + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity

The University of Sydney is seeking a Project Officer, Digital Communications to join the Charles Perkins Centre (CPC), a globally prestigious multidisciplinary initiative dedicated to tackling society's greatest health challenges in diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease and other related conditions.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and digitally savvy communications professional to help shape and deliver the Centre's digital and social media strategy during a period of strategic transformation, with the possibility of extension subject to funding and business needs.

You will work closely with the Communications Manager, Chief Operating Officer, Academic Director and key stakeholders across the Centre to develop engaging content, strengthen digital engagement, and identify innovative opportunities across a broad range of communication publication styles, including social media, web, video and emerging platforms. A key focus of the role is reviewing and uplifting the Centre's digital communications approach as part of a broader strategic refresh.

Your key responsibilities will be to:
develop and deliver engaging content across digital, social media, website and video channelssupport the review and implementation of the Centre's digital and social media strategycoordinate and maintain website and intranet content to ensure accuracy and relevanceproduce high-quality communications for internal and external audiences across multiple platformsmonitor analytics, audience engagement and content performance to inform continuous improvementidentify emerging trends, technologies and content formats that enhance digital engagement and reach.
About you

Do you have experience in Communications? Are you someone who would love to work for a multidisciplinary research centre that is committed to improving global health? This is the role for you!

a relevant degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and professional experienceexperience producing engaging digital and social media content for diverse audiencesstrong understanding of digital communications, social media trends and audience engagement strategiesexcellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detailexperience using content management systems, digital platforms and analytics toolsstrong interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, a diverse group of key stakeholders and build strong working relationshipsprevious experience within a large multifaceted organisation and/or a research organisation is highly desirable but not essential.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

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How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Nicole Turle, Recruitment Operations by email to nicole.turle@sydney.edu.au

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Applications CloseSunday 30 August 2026 11:59 PM