At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead community engagement and strategic communications for environmental sustainability initiatives.
- Company: Join the Australian National University, a leader in shaping sustainable futures.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 17% superannuation, flexible work options, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace committed to equal opportunities for all.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability while collaborating with passionate individuals.
- Qualifications: Experience in communications or community engagement; environmental sustainability knowledge is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 133017 - 133017 $ per year.
Professional – Canberra ACT
Salary package: $124,392 – $133,017 per annum (pro rata) plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Continuing (Full-Time or Part-Time 0.8FTE)
In 1946, ANU was founded to help rebuild a changing world. We’re still at it, 80 years later. For generations, our people have turned curiosity into ideas that have shaped Australia and our region.
Join a dynamic, high-impact team helping deliver the University's strategy while reducing its environmental footprint:
- Shape and implement communications, outreach and engagement approaches
- Bring your expertise in community engagement and communications
- Link academic expertise with operational practice including via student projects and internships
This role is central to bringing the ANU Environmental Sustainability Plan to life, engaging academic and professional staff and students across the University. Through community engagement and strategic communications, our goal is to build a culture where making sustainable choices is second nature to how we work.
We're working to empower the ANU community to lead on environmental sustainability by embedding sustainable practices across university operations, research, teaching and decision-making. The Environmental Sustainability Plan 2026–30 focuses on climate action, nature conservation and the circular economy, supported by initiatives across the University.
Position Overview:
The Engagement Manager, Environmental Sustainability plays a key role in delivering this plan through strategic communications, community engagement, outreach activities and collaboration with academic and professional staff and students. The role also supports student projects, internships and opportunities to connect teaching and research with sustainable practices.
To succeed in this role, you will bring relevant qualifications and/or experience in communications, community engagement or related fields. Experience in environmental sustainability will be highly regarded, along with strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills. We welcome applicants from diverse professional backgrounds who can demonstrate meaningful impact.
The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities.
The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.
Engagement Manager, Environmental Sustainability in Canberra employer: Professional
The Australian National University (ANU) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Canberra that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, ANU provides extensive professional development opportunities and encourages employees to engage in meaningful work that shapes the future of education. The supportive culture and focus on strategic leadership make it an ideal place for those looking to make a significant impact in the academic community.
