• Join a dynamic, customer-centric team.
• Bring your writing skills and creative ideas to Charles Sturt University.
• Support student recruitment and brand projects.

The role

• Fixed term (up to December 2020), full time
• $77,653 to $84,033 pa (plus 9.5% superannuation)
• Bathurst, Orange, Wagga Wagga

As the content marketing officer, you will create tailored, high-quality written content for multiple channels, including print, web and digital, to support student recruitment and brand reputation projects.

To be successful you will have the following

• A relevant degree, preferably in communications, journalism, professional writing or public relations; or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of relevant education, training and/or experience.
• Extensive writing experience across multiple channels, including digital.
• Strong editorial skills, experience using a content management system and experience in search engine optimisation techniques.

About us

Charles Sturt University is a young and growing university committed to developing far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. We make a significant contribution to the prosperity and vibrancy of our rural and regional communities, with a reach and impact across Australia and internationally. We work together with industry, communities and students to create new thinking, inspire each other and make a positive and progressive contribution to the world.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Students) has oversight for leading and driving a student-centred culture across the student lifecycle, from awareness through to graduation and alumni. The Portfolio supports the University's objectives to provide sector-leading student recruitment and engagement practices, to ensure our students feel well supported on their learning journey whilst developing a lifelong connection to the Charles Sturt community.

The portfolio includes the Divisions of Student Administration, Student Services, Marketing and Communication and the Office of Advancement.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Students) is a member of the Vice-Chancellor's Leadership Team. As such, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Students) also assists the Vice-Chancellor generally in providing positive leadership and management for the University.

The Division of Marketing and Communication plays a lead role in positioning Charles Sturt University as the dominant higher education provider in our regions. The function is forward-thinking and results-driven, and is comprised of a Market Strategy and Partnering Group, a Brand and Performance Marketing Group (in which this role sits) and a Sales and Customer Experience Group. The divisions overarching purpose is to work with partners to create a transformational brand promise, product portfolio and experience that works to attract and engage students, staff, alumni and community.

Behaviours important to the division.

• Respect
• Integrity
• Accountability
• Openness and transparency
• Responsiveness
• Collegiality

Charles Sturt University offers a great work-life balance, professional development opportunities and generous financial benefits.

Charles Sturt University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications are encouraged from Indigenous Australians; people with a disability; women (particularly for senior and non-traditional roles); people who identify as LGBTIQA+; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

This position is open to Australian citizens and permanent residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Application requirements

Applicants are expected to apply online and address the selection criteria in the position description. If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

Further information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Daniel Hudspith | Senior Editor | dhuspith@csu.edu.au | Ph: 02 6365 7139

Closing date: 11 pm, Wednesday 29 January 2020