Associate Director, Curtin FM

Curtin University

Perth WA

Other (Marketing and Communications)

Other (Education and Training)

Full time

Competitive remuneration package

Team Leadership

Relationship Building

Criminal History Check

About the Role

Curtin FM 100.1 has been part of Perth's media landscape for 50 years and is Western Australia’s most popular community radio station. Supported by Curtin University, it is a self-funded, ACMA-licensed community radio station powered by a small professional team and around 100 dedicated volunteers. We're looking for an Associate Director to lead the station's strategic direction, editorial voice and commercial sustainability into its next chapter.

This is a senior leadership role and is responsible for setting the station's on-air format and content strategy, driving audience growth and sponsorship revenue and representing Curtin FM to the relevant Authority, Advisory Board, sponsors and the University at the highest level.

Working closely with the Director, Corporate Communications, the Associate Director develops a deep understanding of the station's regulatory environment, audience and commercial position to guide its strategy, with support from University finance, legal and compliance functions for the technical detail of that work.

This role sits within Corporate Communications, where a small, high-performing team protects and builds Curtin's public profile and reputation, of which Curtin FM is one of the University's most distinctive and long-standing assets.

Your responsibilities will include:

Set strategic and editorial direction: Set the station's on-air format, content strategy and editorial direction, ensuring content is both entertaining and educational across Curtin FM and its digital, social and streaming channels.

Drive commercial sustainability: Lead sponsorship strategy, revenue growth and sustainability efforts in pursuit of the station's financial independence from the University.

Represent the station at the highest level: Act as the station's senior representative to the regulatory Authority, Advisory Board, sponsors and the wider community, identifying and managing reputational and on-air risk with sound judgement.

Provide strategic leadership: Provide strategic leadership and support to the station's extensive volunteer workforce and small professional team.

Oversee regulatory compliance: Oversee the station's compliance with ACMA and CBAA requirements, copyright legislation and the Competition and Consumer Act, with support from University finance, legal and compliance functions.

Modernise the station's digital presence: Grow and modernize the station's digital, social and streaming presence to reach new audiences.

Who we are looking for

Selection Criteria: A relevant degree in journalism, media, communications, business or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Demonstrated senior experience in media, journalism, broadcast or communications leadership, including setting editorial or content direction and maintaining on-air, on-brand or publication standards.

Demonstrated experience managing or leading a team, including workload prioritization and mentoring.

Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, including experience liaising with senior executives, boards or committees, and the ability to represent an organization to media, sponsors and the community.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor content and messaging for varied audiences.

Willingness and ability to develop working knowledge of the station's financial and regulatory obligations (ACMA, APRA, CBAA and the Community Broadcasting Codes of Practice), with support from University finance, legal and compliance functions.

Previous experience preparing or managing a budget, or working alongside a finance business partner function, is desirable.

Previous experience in a university or other large, complex organization is desirable.

Familiarity with broadcast technical infrastructure and transmission requirements is desirable.

Role Requirements:

As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered.

Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfaction. Interstate and/or overseas travel may be required.

Ability to work outside of normal office hours, including weekends, when required.

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, careers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.

What We Offer You

This full time, continuing position attracts a remuneration package of 152,905 to 167,669 (G10) + superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical Centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, ensuring to attach the following documents:

Up to date Resume

Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position's selection criteria (noted above).

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process

Quoting the reference number. Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Applications close: 9PM (AWST), Sunday 11 October 2026

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contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 0892669000