Coordinator, Marketing Communications

Description:

• AUSCERT

• Full-time, fixed term position through August 2026

• Base salary will be in the range $93,491 - $100,296 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)

• Based at our Long Pocket location

We are seeking a dynamic and creative Marketing and Communications Coordinator to join the AUSCERT team—a tight-knit, high-performing, not for profit, UQ-owned business passionate about cyber security and member engagement. In this role, you will drive and deliver innovative digital marketing strategies and compelling content to promote AUSCERT’s services, events, and brand. With a strong focus on digital channels, you will play a key role in raising our profile, attracting new members, and enhancing our online presence across platforms.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing digital-first marketing campaigns and engaging content across Salesforce, email, website, and social media platforms.

• Designing and producing multimedia content and creative assets that align with AUSCERT’s brand and strategic objectives.

• Coordinating and optimising AUSCERT’s online presence through analytics, social media strategies, and website updates.

• Supporting key initiatives including the AUSCERT Podcast, annual conference, and member communications.

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• UQ Study for Staff

• On campus childcare options

• Free, on-site parking

• Salary packaging options

You are a self-motivated and organised marketing professional with a flair for digital content and a passion for engaging audiences. With a background in marketing, communications, or a related field, you bring strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with hands-on experience in delivering innovative marketing strategies across digital platforms. You thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are confident liaising with a variety of stakeholders to promote services and events effectively.

You will also have:

• A degree in marketing, communications, business or related field, or equivalent experience and training

• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing marketing and communication strategies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including content creation for websites, blogs, and press releases

• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with confidence engaging with stakeholders, media, and high-profile speakers

• Proficiency with CMS platforms, social media tools, and general computing skills

• A friendly, professional, and client-focused approach to work

• Ability to work independently with a methodical and organised mindset

Desirable attributes include familiarity with the cyber security sector, experience using Salesforce Marketing Cloud, and competency in design tools such as Canva, InDesign, or Photoshop.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Bek Cheb, Business Manager, at r.cheb@uq.edu.au.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume

• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday 4 August 2025, at 11.00pm AEST (R-53571).