• An exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing and delivering on the communications and outreach strategy for a global science research infrastructure
• Level 6, part-time appointment (0.5 FTE) on an ongoing basis
• Base salary range: $87,460 – $92,430 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team

The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is an intergovernmental organisation tasked with building and operating the world’s largest radio telescopes. In order to fully exploit the scientific output of the immense amount of data flowing from the telescopes, the SKAO is working with science communities across the world through SKA Regional Centres (SRCs), which are nationally lead hubs that form the basis of a global compute and science support infrastructure.

AusSRC is Australia’s portion of this international network and has been funded – by the Australian Government through the Department of Industry, Science, and Resources (DISR) – $63 million from FY 2022/23 to 2030/31, to establish and build capability to support the Australian and international SKA science communities, thereby ushering in the next era of astronomical discovery and advanced data processing.

The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Curtin University, Pawsey Supercomputing Research Centre, and The University of Western Australia (UWA) are the four foundation partners formally collaborating, through an unincorporated joint venture agreement, to support and develop the AusSRC into a long-term national facility. 

About the opportunity

As the appointee you will, under broad direction, develop and implement AusSRC’s communication strategy and its connection to external audiences through innovative and high impact events, educational activities, and an online media presence.

About you 

You will be an outgoing, strategically minded person, who is capable of working autonomously and within a team to develop a strategic plan and build on / develop outreach networks. You will proactively liaise with AusSRC stakeholders within and externally to AusSRC to deliver and realise the impact of AusSRC science to the community.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency
• Substantial relevant experience in the design and delivery of STEM themed communications and outreach programs
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to adapt to different audiences, build relationships, persuade and influence stakeholders
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills and ability to negotiate with a diverse range of stakeholders to identify needs and deliver outcomes
• Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to develop, deliver and coordinate programs, events and activities
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and meet deadlines and the ability to think strategically and to map programs, events and activities to project objectives
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills such as word processing, presentation development, spreadsheets and databases, and website management
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, problem solve, and work productively as part of a team

Note: Occasional weekend and/or after-hours work, and interstate travel may be required

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:  Communications and Outreach Coordinator 517046.pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 7 May 2024

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Dr. Kathryn Barker at kathryn.barker@uwa.edu.au

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace.  We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution.  We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity. 

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.