• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Part-time (0.5FTE) and fixed-term until December 2029
• HEW 6 $96,276 - $103,971 + 17% Superannuation

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

As a Digital Engagement and Programs Officer (UNESCO Chair), you will:

• Determine, manage and operate the UNESCO Chair websites from a technical perspective, translating research outcomes into templates, design, integration points, coding, applications, modules, tools and components
• Develop, implement and optimise social media channels and content plans such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Snapchat, Twitter for the UNESCO Chair
• Grow audiences and engagement on social channels through the development and delivery of content to drive traffic to the websites and other relevant digital assets to achieve organisational goals
• Develop and provide the necessary documentation and reporting to support the management and coordination of UNESCO Chair projects
• Liaise with key stakeholders to keep informed and engaged to ensure successful project completion

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
• Knowledge of the digital media landscape and content requirements for each media channel
• Experience in the application of digital technologies in a research environment
• Experience using WordPress and awareness of WCAG 2.0 standards
• Understanding of website design, information architecture and digital marketing
• Experience in project management and/or administration in large complex organisations

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Fethi Mansouri (Deakin Distinguished Professor and Director, Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation) at fethi.mansouri@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Digital Engagement and Programs Officer (UNESCO Chair) (583962).pdf

Applications for this position close on Sunday April 26^th

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process.  A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence.  A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.