Communication Manager IEAA

• Full-time, on-going opportunity working for the International Education Association of Australia, a non-profit membership organisation based at RMIT City campus
• Create and deliver strategic communications to promote IEAA�s brand and enhance the Australian international education sector
• Grow and expand your experience in communications, marketing and public policy function through working for IEAA, Australia leading peak body for international education
• Reports to General Manager, IEAA
• Remuneration at HEW 8 Level + 17% superannuation

About Us 

RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 91,000 students and 11,000 staff globally. RMIT offers postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online programs to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways. 

Our purpose is to offer life-changing experiences for our students, and to help shape the world with research, innovation, teaching and industry engagement. With strong industry connections forged over 130 years, collaboration with industry remains integral to RMIT�s leadership in education, applied and innovative research, and to the development of highly skilled, globally focused graduates. 

Culture

Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together.

Imagination. Agility. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion.

What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other.

Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. You will be a part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices.

About IEAA

The IEAA is Australia�s leading organisation for international education. We strive to empower professionals, engage institutions and enhance Australia�s reputation as an ethical provider of world-class education. As part of its broader remit, IEAA aims to:

• Serve the professional needs and interests of individuals working in international education
• Encourage high quality, informed and ethical professional practice among members and institutions
• Promote international education and its benefits with governments, education organisations and within the community
• Promote Australian education, through and in the interest of members
• Advance Australia�s global reputation and position as a provider of high quality education.

IEAA currently has an agreement with RMIT University for use of space, facilities and resources provided by the University within the Division of International and Development (I&D).  IEAA operates from the City campus of the University. It is independent of the University in all other respects. See: www.ieaa.org.au

About You and the Role

As Communications Manager, you play a pivotal role in:

• Delivering all aspects of IEAA�s communications and marketing strategies and member engagement
• Facilitating, creating and delivering high quality IEAA publication, marketing collateral and end-to-end management of content marketing campaigns for all IEAA activities
• Management and editorial coordination, design and production of IEAA�s monthly member update and reports i.e. annual reports, research reports and research digests
• Overseeing IEAAs online presence through effective management of the IEAA website and producing additional digital content as well as proactively seeking alternative digital platforms to ensure IEAA meets online best practice standards
• Increasing IEAA social media presence through a wide range of channels such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and associated sub-groups through creative content strategy, active participation and results driven engagement
• Advocating for, and developing responses to, changes in sector policy including writing press releases, communicating with journalists and providing advice to the IEAA Executive team.

You will have:

• In-depth knowledge and experience in communication & marketing strategies   as well as brand development, equipped with professional writing skills i.e. content creation, editing and copywriting and strong verbal communication skills with the ability to conceptualise ideas and brand narrative through impactful written content
• Strong organisational and management skills including sound financial & resource planning skills in order to provide advice to relevant members, key Government, industry stakeholders and the wider international education sector with the ability to work autonomously, prioritising workloads and evaluating work performance and flow
• High level IT skills, including proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop), website and database management and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Capability and capacity to manage relationships as well as high-level of interpersonal skills in working in cross cultural environments
• Sound research skills with proficient knowledge of public policy
• An understanding of the international education sector and strong interest in international relations

Qualifications

Postgraduate degree and/or commensurate working experience in communication and engagement strategy and brand development.

Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children check.

Bring your whole self to work

We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more.We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond.

We�re proud to share with you some of our wins:

• RMIT University is an Athena SWAN member with Bronze Award accreditation and the College of Science, Engineering and Health is central to driving improvements in gender equality, diversity and inclusion, particularly in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM) disciplines.
• We are ranked #1 in the world for our efforts to reduce inequality in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2020.
• RMIT University is placed 10th in overall Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2020, rocketing up from 82nd place in 2019.
• We placed 11th in the 2019 Talent Board APAC Candidate Experience Awards.
• RMIT was placed 10th in the 2019 Randstad Employer Brand Research Awards, up five spots from 2018.
• We were named as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency in 2019. 
• We achieved Gold Employer status for LGBTIQ inclusion in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) in 2018 and now in 2019.
• We were recognised as a top five employer in 2018 for workplace accessibility with the Australian Network on Disability.
• The launch of our second Reconciliation Plan, Dhumbah Goorowa� a �commitment to share� - an important step in our reconciliation journey. 

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your interest in this role. For any enquires please contact Emily O�Callaghan, General Manager, IEAA (Emily.ocallaghan@rmit.edu.au)

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We are also happy to make adjustments to the recruitment process for your accessibility requirements. Please contact us via your preferred type of communication: email TalentSupport@rmit.edu.au or call Kassie on +61399252442 with your request(s).

Applications close Sunday 16th August 2020.

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

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Trans and Gender Diverse applicants

Inclusion is at the durrung (or heart) of who we are. We aim to create an environment where staff and students who identify as trans and gender diverse feel supported to succeed and belong.

We recognise the challenges faced by the trans and gender diverse community when applying for a new role.

At RMIT, we aim to support you from the start. Our Talent Acquisition team are active members of the RMIT Ally network.

For enquires or support through the application, recruitment and onboarding process, applicants who identify as trans or gender diverse are invited to contact Mat Lewis at mat.lewis@rmit.edu.au