About UOWD

The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is one of the region’s oldest, most prestigious and forward-thinking tertiary institutions. Our curriculum and teaching practices reflect those of UOW Australia, which constantly ranks among the top 2% of universities worldwide, and are nationally and internationally recognized. Our continuous efforts in providing an education of world-class standards, are evident in our longstanding ranking in graduate employability and also the reason why our graduates are highly sought after by employers.

UOWD is truly a dynamic and diverse institution that offers a broad spectrum of programs in Business, Engineering, Information Sciences as well as Arts, Media and Humanities, aiming to develop graduates who are ethical, agile, technologically literate and ready for multicultural workplaces. Our programs are relevant and industry related with a strong focus on encouraging creative and critical thinking, problem-solving and the development of unique leadership skill sets.

Position Description

To work within the UOWD Marketing and Communications department and with other internal stakeholders to lead the PR and communications output of the University. The position holder will be responsible for the production and distribution of website updates, press releases, internal communications mechanisms, mailing campaigns, advertisement and collateral copy and social media community management. 

Education and Experience

Essential:              

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business and/or Marketing or Journalism
• Three years in a similar environment
• Work experience as a journalist or copy-writer with a recognised publication
• Social media management experience
• Experience of media management (News agencies)
• Internal communications experience
• Speech writing experience

Desirable:             

• UAE or regional experience preferred
• Experience of working in higher education
• Canva, Illustrator or similar design software experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• High level writing skills in English
• High level editing and proof-reading skills
• Web writing and editing skills (with knowledge of SEO)
• Ability to identify news stories with the capacity to follow up
• Understanding of the collateral design process

Desirable:

• Digital media writing skills
• Updating website content through CMS

Personal Attributes

• Is agile and adaptable.
• Is a team player
• Ability to maintain the strictest levels of confidentiality at all times
• Has integrity and operates with transparency
• Resilient and adaptable to change

Compensation and Benefits

The successful candidate will enjoy interaction with a professional and dynamic team of highly respected educators from over 30 different countries and exposure to students from over 105 nationalities.

The University offers an expatriate package, which is an attractive tax-free salary up to AED144,000 per annum (commensurate with your experience). The expatriate package includes five weeks of paid leave per year, private medical insurance for employee and eligible dependents, life and disability insurance and education allowance for dependents. The University is located in Knowledge Park, Dubai and has excellent teaching, learning and research facilities as well as access to Library resources that meets international standards.

UOWD is an equal opportunity employer that attracts, develops, motivates, empowers, and retains a diverse workforce.

To Apply:

Interested applicants must apply before the closing date by visiting our employment website at http://employment.uowdubai.ac.ae. A review of applications will begin after the closing date and will continue until the position(s) are filled.

Closing Date:  April 3, 2022 or until the position is filled.

Note: you will be required to attach the following:
1. Resume / CV