Communications Coordinator - First Nations Portfolio

About the role

The First Nations Portfolio (FNP) of the Australian National University works with colleagues across the University to lead teaching and research on First Nations issues and to contribute to national policy on the relationship between Indigenous Australians and the nation. The Communications Coordinator develops and delivers high-quality media and digital communications that raise the University's profile in First Nations research and policy engagement. The role reports to the Head of Operations, ANU First Nations Portfolio.

Key responsibilities

• Identify newsworthy stories and media opportunities, and produce media releases and digital content.
• Manage the FNP's social media channels and maintain and update the FNP website.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholder organisations and ANU colleagues so the Portfolio's voice and expertise are widely represented in national and local media.
• Work with University teams to shape the Portfolio's communication and engagement strategy, focusing on showcasing the impact of its policy and research work.
• Create clear, accurate and engaging content for audiences ranging from the ANU community and government to donors, corporate stakeholders and national and international readers.

Required profile

• A proactive communicator with strong networks.
• Ability to work flexibly in a dynamic environment.
• An understanding of First Nations issues and media.
• Preferred candidate must have the right to live and work in Australia and must complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks.

To apply, candidates must submit a statement addressing the selection criteria (no more than two pages) and a current CV with at least three referees, along with any other documents requested.