Communications Coordinator

Make a real impact as a Communications Coordinator at Deakin. In this hands-on, tactically focused position, you’ll contribute to the development and delivery of communication projects, with a primary focus on working closely with the Research and Innovation portfolio. You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to share key information, drive projects and initiatives, and showcase great Deakin stories. You will partner with senior stakeholders to deliver a communications program and create engaging content across a range of channels.

Reporting to the relevant Communications Lead, the Communications Coordinator will :

• Contribute to the implementation and evaluation of a multi-layered, proactive-focused media and corporate affairs strategy.
• Proactively build and maintain relationships with internal and external teams and stakeholders, and Deakin faculty and portfolio contacts, to provide an end-to-end corporate communication partnering service and develop the required content to bring plans to life.
• Select appropriate channels for communication and engagement activities with a particular focus on leveraging and further developing existing communication channels.
• Provide communication support to staff across the University and external stakeholders, drawing on the expertise of a specialist media team as required.
• Investigate and undertake special projects as required.
• Support the administrative functions of the Media and Corporate Affairs team, including uploading and distributing a variety of content.

To be successful, you’ll have :

• A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in the communication field; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and / or education / training.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• A proven ability to thrive in a high-level, detail-focused, fast-paced communications environment.
• Experience with communication tools and applications for the purpose of monitoring news and communicating the Deakin story.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, and navigating short, competing, and changing deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with and beyond the team environment, demonstrating emotional intelligence and capacity to build networks, consult and seek advice, with a positive, solutions-focused attitude.
• Prior experience in a similar position within research or higher education context (desirable)

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Here's how to apply :

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Elise Snashall-Woodhams (Lead, Communications) on

For a copy of the position description, please see below :

Coordinator, Communications HEW7.pdf

Applications for this position close on 4th December 2025 at 11 : 55pm.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.