At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape and amplify Monash University's global narrative through strategic media engagement.
- Company: Join a world top 50 university with a vibrant and inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact at a globally recognised institution and drive change.
- Qualifications: Expertise in media liaison, public relations, and exceptional communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 110527 - 121227 $ per year.
Duration: Fixed-term from December 2026 until September 2027
Remuneration: $110,527 – $121,227 pa HEW 07 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
Join Monash University as our next Media and Communications Adviser and play a leading role in shaping and amplifying the University’s global narrative. This is a unique opportunity to position one of the world’s leading universities at the forefront of media and public conversation. Working within the University Communications Division, you will implement corporate communications strategies that bring the University’s story to life, aligned with Focus Monash and its research priorities.
As a trusted advisor, you will provide clear and timely guidance to senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. You will lead proactive and reactive media engagement, manage enquiries, and strengthen relationships with key media and internal partners to maximise impact.
In this role, you will:
- Deliver integrated media and communications activity across channels
- Promote the University’s achievements through strategic media engagement and content development
- Support divisional and University wide communications priorities
- Use research and sentiment analysis to inform decisions
- Uphold brand, risk and compliance standards
- Build strong partnerships with senior leaders and stakeholders
- Drive continuous improvement across media operations
This position is ideal for a dynamic communications professional with demonstrated expertise in media liaison and public relations management, exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to provide strategic advice at the highest levels. You will thrive in a collaborative environment, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution, and delivering results to tight deadlines.
If you are motivated by purpose, driven by impact and ready to contribute to a globally recognised institution’s reputation and influence, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference.
Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash.
If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Toni Brient, Media and Communications Manager
Applications Close: Monday 19 October 2026, 11:55pm AEDT
Media and Communications Adviser employer: Monash University
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