Student Communications and Knowledge Management Officer

Responsibilities

The officer will create and maintain student-focused communications and knowledge content across digital platforms to enhance the student experience. They will also collaborate with university stakeholders to ensure information is accurate, accessible, and effectively supports both students and frontline staff.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience along with strong writing and editing skills. Experience in developing content for digital communications or knowledge management platforms is required, as is the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Skills

• Communications
• Knowledge management
• Content creation
• Writing
• Editing
• Stakeholder engagement
• Digital platforms
• Web content management
• Plain English
• Student-centered design
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Collaboration
• Information discoverability

Benefits

• 17% Superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• Generous leave entitlements
• Concession days over Christmas-New Year
• Purchased leave options
• Professional development

About this role

Make an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW) - a purpose-driven
institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally.

About the Role

The Student Communications and Knowledge Management Officer plays an important
role in enhancing the student experience by ensuring students can access clear,
accurate and timely information throughout their university journey. Working
across a range of digital communication and knowledge management channels, you
will develop and maintain student-facing content, support communication
campaigns, and help ensure frontline staff have access to the information they
need to deliver exceptional service. This role contributes to a student-first
approach by improving the quality, accessibility and effectiveness of
communications and knowledge resources across the University.

Key responsibilities:

* Create and maintain student-focused communications and knowledge content
across digital platforms and channels.
* Develop clear, accessible and accurate information that supports both
students and frontline staff.
* Collaborate with stakeholders across the University to gather, validate and
manage content.
* Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance content
quality, communication effectiveness and information discoverability.

About the Team

The role sits within the Student Frontline Service Unit in the Student Services
Division, a team dedicated to delivering a seamless and supportive experience
across the student lifecycle. The team oversees AskUOW, current student
communications, the Student CRM and the University's knowledge management
resources. Working closely with stakeholders across UOW, the team ensures
students receive consistent, reliable and timely information to help them make
informed decisions and succeed in their studies.

What You'll Bring

* A bachelor's degree and relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of
education and professional experience.
* Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to create clear,
accessible and student-centred content using plain English.
* Experience developing, publishing or maintaining content across digital
communications, web or knowledge management platforms.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to collaborate
effectively with diverse subject matter experts.
* Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage
multiple priorities while maintaining content accuracy and consistency.

Why Join UOW

* Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation
* 35-hour full-time work week supporting greater balance and flexibility
* Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies
* Generous leave entitlements including additional concession days over the
Christmas-New Year period
* Purchased leave options to provide greater flexibility throughout the year
* Ongoing professional development and clear career progression opportunities

Role Details

* 2 positions available 
* 1 x Continuing, Full-time position, 1 x Continuing, Part-time position (29
hours per week)
* Level 5: $85,682 - $96,898 (pro rata for part time) plus 17% superannuation
* Location: Wollongong Campus
* Hybrid working
* Restrictions on leave during peak periods may apply.
* Valid Australian work rights required. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Position Description 
[https://cmsprd.uow.edu.au/content/groups/public/@web/@recruit/@pd/documents/doc/uow281480.pdf]

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of the advertisement. You'll be
requested to submit a resume, and cover letter (of no more than 3 pages)
summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria
located in the position description.

For further information about this position, please contact Alice Madden
amadden@uow.edu.au

Closing Date: Monday 2 November 2026, 11:55pm

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The University of Wollongong is committed to fostering an inclusive and
equitable workplace where diversity is valued, respected and celebrated. We
strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, removes
barriers to participation, and provides equitable opportunities for staff to
reach their full potential. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all gender identities and sexual
orientations, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds,
people with disability, and those with caring or family responsibilities.

As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required 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 their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any
such declaration will be included in the University's employment screening
processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance
with all privacy legislation.

UOW's Values in Action framework is built around four core values: Thrive
Together, Pursue Excellence, Be Accountable, and Lead with Integrity, which
guide how we work, collaborate and support our community.

About University of Wollongong

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