Two exciting new opportunities have opened up at CAUL Hub. See below for more details and instructions on how to apply.
Knowledge Broker
Part Time, Fixed Term
Faculty of Science, University of Melbourne
Location: Parkville, Melbourne
Applications close:AUS Eastern Standard Time
The Knowledge Broker is responsible for the conduct of the Knowledge Brokering and Knowledge Translation activities of CAUL, and is the primary liaison between CAUL and the funding agency (the Commonwealth Department of the Environment and Energy). The Knowledge Broker also has a significant role in implementing CAUL’s Indigenous Engagement and Participation Strategy.
About you
You have:
- A relevant postgraduate qualification and extensive relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or training
- Demonstrated experience in and understanding of fields of environmental science, urban systems and/or Indigenous engagement and participation
- Extensive experience in the communication of research to policy-makers and the general public
- High level organisational and time-management skills, and the demonstrated ability to manage and respond to changing priorities and deadlines
- Close familiarity with the processes of policy formation and implementation
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, with a demonstrated ability to convey information to and build rapport with all levels of staff within a diverse work environment
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction and also as a team player
- Demonstrated concern for work quality and standards
You may also have:
- Familiarity with or (preferably) experience in the conduct of applied research
- Willingness to undertake interstate travel
More information: http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/900134/knowledge-broker
Communications Officer
Part Time, Fixed Term
Faculty of Science, University of Melbourne
Location: Parkville, Melbourne
Applications close:AUS Eastern Standard Time
The Communications Officer leads and develops the CAUL Hub communications strategy and is responsible for communicating CAUL Hub research and outcomes to the Department of the Environment and Energy, other stakeholders, and the general public. The Communications Officer also coordinates internal communications (such as internal emails and mailing lists) and external communications (including the CAUL Hub newsletter Urban Beat, social media, and other communications products).
About you
You will have:
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Experience using Adobe software (including Photoshop and InDesign) and Microsoft Office software (particularly Word and PowerPoint).
- Experience with web editing, including basic familiarity with command-line interfaces and HTML.
- Experience with social media platforms, including Facebook and Twitter.
- Experience with generating media.
- Knowledge of or interest in science communication, preferably in the environmental and/or atmospheric sciences.
- Experience in developing communication strategies for science impact.
You may also have:
- Research experience in the environmental and/or atmospheric sciences.
- Knowledge of or interest in Indigenous Australian issues.
- Event management experience.
More information: http://jobs.staff.unimelb.edu.au/ci/en/job/900133/communications-officer