Communications And Marketing Adviser

Full job description Company Description Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ's largest employers. We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence. The University of Auckland creates globally transformative impacts through our distinctive strengths in world leading research, scholarship, teaching and collaborative partnerships, inspired by our unique position in Aotearoa New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific. Job Description Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity An opportunity exists in our Science Communications and Marketing team for a self-motivated Communications and Marketing Adviser within one of our cross-faculty research centres, Nga Ara Whetu. This position plays an important role for the Centre to build their profile across a range of platforms to reach multiple audiences. We're looking for an individual with a passion for communication, who can combine technical skills with exceptional written English. Core responsibilities for the role include: Writing, editing and curate high-quality print, digital and multimedia content for internal and external channels. Writing and publishing user-centric web content via our content management system, WordPress. Highlighting Nga Ara Whetu's work through social media, collecting data on social media interactions and reporting them back to management. Develop and manage email and other campaigns on and off campus to elevate the mission of the research centre. Drafting and proofing Nga Ara Whetu communications. Co-authoring article writing for publication in traditional media. Co-authoring submissions and reports to government agencies or ministries. Helping to produce live events, broadcast/podcast series and effectively promoting these. Monitor news as relevant to the mission of the research centre. Connect with Nga Ara Whetu's directors to create content that adds to the public discourse and provide subject matter expertise to influence content decisions. This is a part-time 0.5 FTE (18.75 hours per week) fixed-term position until the end of December 2024. For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description. Mo to matou ropu | About the team Ours is a really stimulating, supportive environment. The work we do is interesting, exciting, and impactful. The Marketing and Communications team is made up of three content writers and coordinators, a marketing adviser and marketing coordinator. This role is aligned closely with the Faculty's Marketing and Communication team for guidance and reports to the Directors of Nga Ara Whetu for day-to-day operations and direction. He korero mou | About you An excellent organiser with attention to detail and great communication skills The ideal candidates will have: A bachelor's degree with strong writing experience. Experience working with web content management systems, including WebPress. Experience in a diverse range of marketing and advertising activities across print, the web and digital media. Experience with web analytics tools and SEO. Experience working within complex environments. Adept at prioritising the requirements of a large number of stakeholders Be committed to excellent quality and have a sharp eye for detail. Be a team player with strong relationship skills who enjoys working with others in a collaborative environment. Have tons of initiative and be able to bring creativity and new ideas to the role. Be highly motivated, self-managing and exceptionally well organised. You will have strong planning and co-ordination skills and be able to juggle multiple priorities. Nga ahuatanga kei a matou | What we offer The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities. The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following: Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours) Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services. Me pehea te tuku tono | How to apply Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Thursday 6th June 2024 to be considered. We may close this advert early if we have a large amount of applications. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above. Please reach out to Irene van Schalkwyk via for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email. Additional Information Equity The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Maori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatapuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit