Job Status: Full Time, Ongoing

Salary: Base salary of $68,529 per annum plus 12% Superannuation Contributions

Applications Close: Sunday 26 October, 11:55pm

Role Enquires: at [email protected]

An organisation where diversity of thought and experience is valued, supported and respected.

THE HOUSE

For thousands of years, Tubowgule, the land where the Sydney Opera House now stands, has been a place of gathering and belonging. The Opera House continues this rich legacy, embracing and celebrating the diverse cultures of Australia. As a globally recognized icon, it symbolizes inspiration and imagination. Renowned as one of the busiest performing arts centres in the world and an architectural marvel of the 20th century, the Sydney Opera House is also the nation’s most visited tourism destination.

From whimsical musicals to side-splitting comedies, stirring arias to ARIA Award-winners, majestic symphonies to relaxing sundowners, and engaging talks to playful puppet shows - there's something for everyone.

Behind the magic of the Sydney Opera House is a team of passionate and dedicated individuals. Here, you’ll be surrounded by supportive colleagues who are committed to their work and the iconic building itself. There is nothing quite like it. Join us in shaping the future of the Opera House and discover opportunities for personal and professional growth while making a positive impact on our community.

Drawing on the foundational idea that the Opera House was built to serve the community, our Sydney Opera House Strategy 2024-26 sets out the ambition to be Everyone’s House. To achieve this we are focused on four themes:

• Everyone feels welcome here.
• We better understand and connect with the community.
• We are future ready.
• We lead and inspire positive change.

For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to our website.

YOUR NEW ROLE

The Communications Coordinator is responsible for providing timely and effective support to assist in the development and delivery of integrated communications campaigns for the Sydney Opera House.

This exciting role will suit an enthusiastic self-starter with an interest in contemporary arts and culture who enjoys a fast-paced, dynamic environment. With guidance from the Senior Communications Manager, you will work on all aspects of communications campaigns and initiatives, from research, planning, execution and reporting to copywriting, content creation, nurturing media relationships, providing administrative support for Sydney Opera House campaigns, and facilitating on site media activity, filming and photography.

This position reports to the Senior Communications Manager, and works closely with internal programmers, marketing campaign managers, and content and social media strategists.

Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.

ARE YOU THE ONE?

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 2 years’ practical experience in communications and media relations.
• An ability to coordinate media campaigns with minimal supervision and take a flexible and creative approach to successfully secure proactive media pitches and field reactive requests.
• Knowledge of the trends, initiatives and framework of the local, national and international performing arts industry.
• A demonstrated network of media contacts and a strong customer focus in dealing with media, internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
  

THE PERKS

The Sydney Opera House give you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:

• 10% off onsite food and beverage outlets like Opera Bar and First Nations restaurant Midden.
• 5 weeks’ annual leave for all ongoing and temporary staff.
• Access to salary packaging and discounted health insurance.
• Access to a range of professional development programs and staff engagement initiatives.
• Staff community groups like SOH Pride, First Nations Staff Network, Sustainable Environmental Action Leaders (SEALs) and more.
• Fitness Passport and complimentary wellbeing programs including pilates, yoga, circuit classes, physiotherapy sessions as well as other wellbeing initiatives.
• Working for an organisation with a 6 Start Green Star performance rating from the Green Building Council of Australia.
• Working for an organisation committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the world’s first arts organisation to join the UN’s Global Compact, an international sustainability initiative designed to build a better future for us all.
• Complimentary tickets to shows.
• And many more!

ACCESSIBILITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The Opera House is an inclusive employer that recognises everyone is unique. The organisation welcomes you for who you are – as you are. So if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact us as [email protected] to discuss. Even if you think you’d be a great fit, but don’t necessarily tick every box in the role description, please get in touch.

We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, recognising the value, unique skills and knowledge that First Nations employees bring to the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders, people who are d/Deaf and/or with disability, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, neurodiverse, refugees, identify as LGBTQIA+ and from other underrepresented groups/communities.

NEED TO WORK FLEXIBLY?

We know flexibility means different things to different people, so let us know how we can support you to be your best.

SOUND LIKE YOU? APPLY NOW

Please submit your cover letter and CV via our online portal. In addition you will be prompted to answer the two following targeted questions in the online application platform.

1. Provide an example of a communications campaign you implemented. Outline the tactical approach and the results delivered.

2. Provide an example of a time when you had to work with multiple stakeholders to reach a common goal. How did you navigate this?

To be eligible to apply for this position, applicants must have existing Australian work rights. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-Employment Health Assessment. The assessment seeks information only relevant to performing the inherent requirements of the job, it remains strictly confidential and applicants will be informed of the result.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

Your personal information is being collected to enable the Sydney Opera House to assess your suitability for appointment to the position you have applied for. This personal information will be managed in accordance with the Sydney Opera House Privacy Management Policy and Plan.

Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.