First Nations Research Communications Officer (Identified)

Job title: First Nations Research Communications Officer (Identified)

Overview

Identified role for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates Full time, fixed-term position until Dec 2027 supporting First Nations digital inclusion research HEW 6 (97,647 p.a plus 17% superannuation and cultural leave) Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working Based at RMIT City campus with some optional travel to research and field sites

About the role

RMIT University is seeking a creative and self-motivated Research Communications and Engagement Officer to help translate important research into accessible, engaging and culturally respectful communications. Working as part of the research team, you will contribute to the Measuring Digital Inclusion and Mapping the Digital Gap project. This work explores digital inclusion and the digital experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, helping to communicate research findings in ways that are meaningful, accessible and useful to a range of audiences. Research translation is central to this role. You will turn research insights, data and project activities into clear and engaging content for digital platforms, reports, social media and stakeholder communications. Graphic design is a key part of the position, including creating social media content, reports, promotional materials and data visualisations. You will also help grow and improve the project’s social media presence, particularly across social media platforms, and support the maintenance and development of related digital content and web pages. The role will involve working closely with researchers and the wider ADM+S Centre operations team on project communications, engagement, web content and events. This is a largely self-managed position suited to someone who can work independently, take initiative and manage competing priorities without requiring close supervision. We are looking for someone with relevant communications, engagement or graphic design experiencene who is passionate about communicating research and creating positive change for First Nations communities.

About the project The role will contribute to research focused on measuring digital inclusion and mapping the digital gap, including the Mapping the Digital Gap and First Nations Digital Inclusion projects. For further information, please visit:

• Mapping the Digital Gap
• First Nations Digital Inclusion
• Mapping the Digital Gap on Facebook

Key selection criteria

• Must be of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage as an essential selection criterion.
• Demonstrated understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
• Contribute to the First Nations Digital Inclusion projects as part of the research team.
• Coordinate the promotion of First Nations Digital Inclusion research outputs to government, industry and the public, using a range of digital communications channels.
• Demonstrated experience in digital graphic design and data visualisation.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube).
• Provide publication layout support to the research team, including the design, data visualisation, and layout of detailed annual outcomes reports.
• Design and organise media content and engagement material such as fliers, posters, and web content.
• Support project website and webpages to ensure public-facing information is kept up to date.
• Assist the Project Manager with administrative and reporting requirements, including the collection and reporting of communications and engagement analytics to external funding partners, and reporting of research team outputs to ADM+S Centre and RMIT reporting channels.
• Support the coordination of external events, both in-person and online, including event management, promotion and logistics.
• Coordinate with the wider ADM+S Centre operations team on matters relating to project communications, engagement, web content, and events.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe products (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom), Microsoft Word, and Canva.

Desirable experience

• Working in an academic, research or community environment.
• Managing web content, including basic HTML, CSS or SEO
• Experience with social media reporting, analytics or digital engagement metrics.
• Experience using data visualisation tools or presenting research findings visually.
• Photography, filming or basic audio-visual equipment.
• Experience using Adobe Premiere Pro or After Effects.

Qualifications

• A relevant bachelor’s degree with subsequent relevant experience in communications, public relations and/or engagement, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, education or training, is required.

• Position Description

• Identified position

• This is an Identified position and being an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is considered a genuine occupational qualification in accordance with sections 26(3) and 28 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

• The successful applicant will be required to provide confirmation of their Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.

• RMIT is committed to creating a culturally safe, supportive and inclusive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. We warmly encourage applications from people who bring lived experience, cultural knowledge, community connections and a passion for sharing First Nations research and stories in respectful ways.

• Appointment to this position is subject to holding a valid Victorian Working with Children Check and other checks as required for the specific role. Maintaining a valid Working with Children Check is a condition of employment at RMIT.

• Applications close

• 11:59 pm Sunday 22 November, 2026

• (Note: Email addresses and apply instructions have been removed.)