About the position

The Communications Assistant is based within the Bond Newsroom which houses the University’s communications and content creation team.

As the Communications Assistant you will be the first point of contact for the media, attending to all PR and media calls to the University.

Responsibilities include:

• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly media reports for University faculties and other departments.
• Assist in the production, organisation and distribution of media releases.
• Liaise between the University and its media monitoring company.
• Assist in uploading news content to the University website.
• Liaise with external media partners.
• Connect external media partners with University spokespeople.

This position works with a small team of experienced journalists, visual producers, and media advisors in a beautiful lakeside location on the Gold Coast.

This is a part time opportunity and will be offered at 0.6 FTE, hours are to be worked across five mornings.

About the person:

The successful applicant will have media and/or PR experience and be comfortable working in a fast-paced newsroom environment. You will be capable of juggling multiple projects with competing tight deadlines, always with an eye for accuracy and detail. You will also have a natural ability to identify a good story and be a confident communicator who keeps abreast of current affairs.

Experience with the Isentia media monitoring platform will be an advantage.

Salary details:

Bond University offers a vibrant campus with state-of-the-art facilities in a picturesque location, as well as a range of tangible benefits including (but not limited to): competitive remuneration, bus services to the door, available car parking, use of library, Career Development Services, corporate discount programs and a bulk-billing medical centre on-site.

Remuneration for the appointment is $36,004 plus 9.5% superannuation per annum. Please note this is the 0.6 pro-rata annual salary.

Additional information:

Position related enquiries can be directed to Mr Ken Robinson, News and Content Manager on 07 5595 2133 or via email krobinso@bond.edu.au

Application and submission details:

For further details regarding this appointment please reference the position description.

Applications will be submitted online via the Careers at Bond University candidate portal. Please follow the 'How to apply' instructions provided. All candidates will be required to register prior to submitting an application.

If you require any assistance with your application submission please visit Applying for jobs at Bond – Frequently asked questions.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Conditions of employment for this position are offered under a Bond Workplace Agreement (BWA)

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.