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Working at Western Sydney University means you’ll be part of an organisation that’s ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide and is a research leader – with 85% of the University’s research being at or above world standard. We understand the key to your success is unlocking your true potential – just as we do with our students. Our 3,000 staff members work together to enable a dynamic, inclusive and innovative culture that is distinctly research-driven and student-centred.

The Whitlam Institute within Western Sydney University is looking for an experienced communications professional to manage our public affairs, communications and media engagement as part of its Management Team.

The Whitlam Institute exists for all Australians who care about what matters in a fair Australia. We bridge the historical legacy of Gough Whitlam’s years in public life and the contemporary relevance of the Whitlam Program to public discourse and policy. The Whitlam Institute at the Female Orphan School is now rapidly growing into a vibrant, multifaceted centre of ideas, culture and arts, all within one of the most significant heritage sites in Australia.

We have a great opportunity for an experienced and motivated Communications Manager to join our small team at an exciting time in the development of the Institute and its public programs. The Communications Manager will have: strong leadership and management experience and an ability to build effective teams, high level personal, verbal and written communication skills; strong strategic and analytic skills; professional experience in media, marketing and/or publicity and in the design and delivery high quality communications; a good understanding of the Australian political landscape; and an ability to work effectively with a wide range of people and interests.

This is a full-time, ongoing position based at the Parramatta South campus.

Remuneration Package: HEW Level 8 $116,184 to $128,978 (comprising salary $98,177 to $108,988 p.a., plus 17% Superannuation and Leave Loading).

For further information on the Whitlam Institute, please visit our website www.whitlam.org.

A full Position Description is attached below.