Communications Manager / Speechwriter

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Office of the Vice-Chancellor , The University of Queensland (UQ) Communications Manager / Speechwriter Full-time, fixed-term position (14 months; from August 2026 – October 2027) Base salary will be in the range $117,958 - $132,247 + 17% super (HEW Level 8) Based at our St Lucia Campus About This Opportunity: At the heart of the UQ’s leadership team, this role offers a rare opportunity to shape the narrative of one of Australia’s leading universities. As Communications Manager / Speechwriter in the Office of the Vice-Chancellor and President, you will be a trusted communications advisor to UQ’s Vice-Chancellor and members of the University’s senior leadership team. Your key responsibility will involve crafting compelling speeches, presentations and communications to support the Vice-Chancellor’s engagement with a range of key stakeholders – across government and industry partners, staff, students, alumni, donors, and the broader community. Working in a high‑performing executive environment, you will collaborate with senior leaders and communications specialists to translate complex ideas into clear, influential narratives that reflect UQ’s ambition, values and purpose. Key respons...