Workforce Communications and Engagement Specialist

Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department/ School: Employment Compliance Directorate, Chief People Officer Portfolio
Salary: UOM 8: AUD $125,191 - $135,504 p.a. plus 17% super
Specialist HR communications role driving employment compliance / translate complex obligations into clear workforce guidance / partner across HR and senior stakeholders
Apply now to lead workforce communications that support fair, compliant employment practices across a leading Australian university
Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.
Your next career opportunity
You will lead employment compliance communications that make complex obligations clear, actionable and engaging for diverse staff.
You will collaborate with HR and senior stakeholders to support change readiness and build confident, compliant workforce behaviours.
What you will deliver:
Develop and implement targeted communication and engagement plans for employment compliance and broader human resources initiatives.
Create, review and refine multi-channel communication materials, ensuring accuracy, accessibility and alignment with University standards and branding.
Translate complex legislative, policy and employment compliance requirements into clear workforce instructions, guidance, training resources and awareness campaigns.
Coordinate change management activities, including stakeholder analysis, readiness assessments, communication plans and adoption monitoring for key initiatives.
Monitor communication and training effectiveness metrics, reporting insights and recommending improvements to stakeholder experience and compliance outcomes.
You may be a great fit if you:
Hold a relevant postgraduate qualification in communications, human resources or a closely related discipline.
Bring substantial experience delivering communication and stakeholder engagement initiatives within large, complex organisations.
Demonstrate high attention to detail and advanced writing skills, translating complex policy, legislative or technical content into clear, engaging workforce communications.
Offer proven experience supporting organisational change, including business readiness, stakeholder engagement and adoption activities.
Exercise sound judgement when balancing organisational context, stakeholder needs, communication risks and employment compliance considerations.
Apply understanding of employment compliance, workplace legislation or change methodologies such as Prosci or ADKAR frameworks.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:
Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – “Employment Compliance Directorate”
You will join the Employment Compliance Directorate within the Chief People Officer portfolio in the COO group. The team combines expertise in remuneration, workforce insights, monitoring and policy to champion fair, compliant employment practices.
You will collaborate with HR directors, HR services and University partners on initiatives strengthening workforce compliance culture. Expect a supportive, expert environment that values accuracy, integrity, collaboration and continuous improvement in employment compliance. You will help shape University-wide practices that support staff, students and partners through clear, trusted workforce communications.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au
Application essentials:
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You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
Want to know more?
For questions related to our recruitment process email Ethan Khamly at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au
For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').
Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.
Applications close: ​Monday 5th September.​ 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.
Position Description: JR-018189 Workforce Communications and Engagement Specialist PD.docx
JR-018189 Workforce Communications and Engagement Specialist PD.pdf