About The Team

Murdoch Active provides students, staff, and the broader Murdoch University community with opportunities to engage in quality sport and recreation programs, facilities, and services to support the development of each individual's health and well-being. Murdoch Active also plan and deliver sport and recreation programs that enhance the student experience and provides the opportunity to represent or engage and maintain their connection with the University.

Your New Role!

The Marketing, Communications and Special Projects Officer will support the manager in overseeing specific operations of the Murdoch Active recreational and fitness facilities and associated exercise and wellbeing programs delivered by Murdoch Active on Murdoch University campuses.

You will coordinate a team of Work Integrated Learning & Volunteer Students to plan, deliver and develop appropriate marketing and communications of programs and services in line with Murdoch Active Strategic Plan.

Your key responsibilities will include -

• Coordinate the day to day operations of assigned special projects of Murdoch Active Recreational Facilities,
• In conjunction with the Manager, Coordinate the recruitment, appointment, training and development of all personnel required to deliver Marketing, Communications and Special Project Programs,
• Assist in developing and maintaining an effective retention program based on interactions with clients,
• Establish internal and external health and wellness providers, network groups and champions through liaison and collaboration with community and industry groups to support health promotion programs,
• Establish budgets including all income generation, cost of sales and budget expenditure associated with the delivery of marketing, communications and special projects.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Continuous | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) position attracts a remuneration of $87,000 - $94,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index 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:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 6% increase!
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 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 that includes a statement addressing the selection criteria noted below to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
• Your most recent resume (CV)

Selection Criteria:

• Certificate IV or above in Marketing and Communications, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and training,
• Experience in stakeholder and customer relationship management,
• Prior experience in the supervision of staff, including direct reports, casual staff and volunteers,
• Ability to deliver outcomes within resource allocation and budget,
• Leadership and people management skills,
• Effective organisational and time management capability,
• Current WA Working with Children Check.

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 the Applicant Guide for 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 Jamie Ball, Sports and Recreation Manager and quote JR103469 as the reference.

Applications Close on 09/03/2025 (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.