What are the responsibilities and job description for the Consultant Gig #1017–Sydney (or hybrid) Communications Specialist, Student Remediation Program position at Internal Consulting Group?
Client
An education company, a client of ICG, is undertaking a major data remediation initiative to correct and validate student and financial information across multiple systems.
We are seeking an experienced Communications Specialist to design and manage all student- and stakeholder-facing messaging across channels — including email, SMS, letters, and phone scripts.
Role
You’ll collaborate closely with the remediation team, compliance, and student services functions to ensure that messages are transparent, timely, and effective in driving the required actions from students or internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
Draft, refine, and oversee all outbound communications across digital and print channels.
Translate technical or regulatory requirements into plain-language messages for students and internal stakeholders.
Develop and maintain a library of approved templates and call scripts.
Ensure all messaging complies with privacy, data protection, and legal standards.
Coordinate with operations teams to manage communication schedules and callback processes.
Track and report communication metrics (delivery, response, resolution).
Assist in the development of training and guidance for staff managing direct student contact.
Proven experience in developing clear and compliant communications within complex organisations (education, financial services, utilities, or similar).
Strong written communication and editing skills — able to make complex information simple.
Experience working with compliance, legal, or risk teams.
Familiarity with multi-channel communications (email, SMS, letter, call scripts).
Exceptional attention to detail and understanding of confidentiality requirements.
Ability to balance tone, professionalism, and empathy in all student or customer communications.
What You’ll Work On
Designing and approving communications to support student data and account corrections.
Building message templates, FAQs, and escalation scripts.
Supporting multi-channel outreach campaigns.
Advising on best-practice tone and sequencing of communications.
Measuring and improving communication effectiveness.
Logistics
Start date & Duration: Immediate start, 6 months (with potential to extend
Location: Sydney (or hybrid)
Rate: Daily net rates $850 – $1,000 per day (ex-GST)
Application Close date: No later than Friday 10, October 2025, at 5 pm AEST
- APT’s (Resume's) must be lodged (by EOD Application Close date above) We will review all APT's and select the best 3 for the client. The client will then conduct interviews.
- Please note that the net rate quoted is an ICG Affiliate rate available for
ICG Members only.
- Any previously agreed and documented rates for candidates introduced to ICG via approved 3rd parties will be honoured.
Salary : $850 - $1,000