Senior Communications Specialist

About The Team

The Alumni & Philanthropy Office leads the Universitys philanthropic strategy delivering initiatives across major gifts regular giving and philanthropic programs along with strengthening alumni engagement in Australia and across the globe. At the heart of this work is strategic communicationcrafting compelling narratives and engagement initiatives that build meaningful lasting relationships with alumni and donors and drive a strong culture of giving and impact.

Join the team in this exciting new senior role leading the development of strategic communications that elevate alumni engagement and philanthropic impact.

Your New Role Senior Communications Specialist!

The Senior Communications Specialist is a pivotal leadership role driving high-impact contemporary communications that elevate alumni engagement and philanthropy at Murdoch University. As part of the Alumni & Philanthropy Leadership Team you will lead the development of bold insight-driven strategiesleveraging AI digital platforms and data analyticsto deliver targeted audience-centric campaigns.

Partnering closely with the Director you will shape a sophisticated data-led approach to storytelling and engagement building a globally connected alumni and donor community. You will also lead the creation of strategic frameworks campaigns and assets that strengthen donor relationships.

Please refer to the Candidate Booklet for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Continuous Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $134K $140K (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

Youll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) awarded in 2025 reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA inclusion equity and creating a safe welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear confident leadership we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance our staff enjoy a vibrant natural campus with world-class facilities along with a variety of benefits including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options such as purchasing leave gym membership car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities such as a Childcare Centre Gym Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description found in the Candidate Booklet)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What youll bring to the role:

• Qualifications & experience: Relevant postgraduate qualification (or equivalent) with extensive experience delivering strategic communication campaigns ideally in higher education or the not-for-profit sector.
• Strategic expertise: Proven ability to design and deliver insight-led multi-channel campaignsacross digital social and philanthropic initiativesthat drive measurable outcomes.
• Stakeholder engagement: Strong influencing and relationship-building skills with experience providing strategic advice and working with senior leaders alumni donors and diverse stakeholders.
• Content & delivery: Exceptional writing and storytelling skills with the ability to deliver high-quality content and campaigns while managing competing priorities with strong attention to detail.

Please note the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the Universitys Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements duties skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see theApplicant Guidefor more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Jo Nitz Director Alumni & Philanthropy and quote JR105489 as the reference.

Applications Close on 24 July 2026 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity promotes inclusion and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders women and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.