Sandra Lange
Marketing & Communications Professional
Woollahra,Australia
Summary
Communications and stakeholder engagement professional with extensive experience across Primary Health Networks, universities, government and international organisations. Skilled in delivering clear, accessible and risk-aware communications for complex programs, clinical initiatives and organisational change. Experienced collaborating with executives, clinicians, commissioning teams and community stakeholders to produce accurate, plain-language content that improves understanding and supports service access. Known for calm problem-solving, strong writing and managing competing deadlines in fast-paced environments. Fluent in German and English.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing & Communications Officer
Sydney North Health Network (PHN)
01.2024 - Current
- Led communications and content for corporate website redevelopment, translating clinical and program detail into accessible, audience-centred content.
- Delivered integrated campaigns across digital, social and partner channels to increase awareness of regional health priorities and commissioned services.
- Produced newsletters, updates, eDMs and collateral aligned with governance and clinical accuracy requirements.
- Contributed to the organisation’s Strategic Plan through editing, messaging and stakeholder alignment.
- Supported brand refresh including logo, typography and colour standards.
Communications & Digital Officer
University of Sydney
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Delivered change communications for the RETS program, including SharePoint resources, staff updates and collateral.
- Worked closely with academic and professional stakeholders to ensure clear, consistent and audience-appropriate content.
- Provided proactive insights and recommendations to support program engagement.
Acting Head of Marketing & Communications
Kambala School
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Managed all school communications including newsletters, media, social content and community updates.
- Drafted media release leading to Wentworth Courier coverage.
- Increased digital engagement (240+ interactions on key posts).
- Delivered communications channel audit and contributed to major campaign work.
Senior News & Events Officer
King’s College London
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Produced media content for major academic partnerships and research initiatives.
- Managed journalist enquiries and supported academics with media engagement.
Communications Officer – Faculty of Medicine & Health
University of Sydney
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Developed launch communications for the establishment of the Faculty of Medicine & Health.
- Managed intranet pages, newsletters and executive announcements.
- Produced high-visibility internal content (1,000+ staff views).
Senior Project Officer – Indigenous Strategy & Services
University of Sydney
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Delivered workforce and outreach programs increasing Indigenous staff from 39 to 100.
- Coordinated outreach initiatives reaching 1,493 Indigenous students in 2017.
- Delivered Indigenous Writers Program and supported Wingara Mura Leadership initiatives.
Faculty Marketing Officer
University of Sydney
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Coordinated recruitment events attracting 2,000+ visitors and contributing to record student intake.
- Developed hands-on workshops and school engagement initiatives.
Education
M.A. - English Literature & Language, Politics & Sociology
Technical University
Braunschweig, GermanyPR Certificate - Public Relations
PR+plus GmbH
Heidelberg, GermanyCertificate III - Tourism
Drysdale Institute of TAFE
HobartSkills
- Media relations
- Web content management
- Internal communications
- Brand messaging
- Marketing communications
- Corporate communications
- Press release writing
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Prioritizing situations
- Attention to detail
- Listening skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Dependable and responsible
Accomplishments
- New corporate website design for clearer and easier to navigate content increasing total users by 286%. (SNHN)
- Digital Engagement Boost Increased digital engagement by 240+ interactions on key posts for Kambala School.
- Successful Event Coordination Coordinated events with over 2,000 attendees, contributing to record UG student intake (Faculty of Engineering).
- Workforce Growth Initiative Expanded indigenous workforce from 39 to 100 during tenure at University of Sydney.
- Outreach Success Coordinated outreach to 1,493 Indigenous students, improving engagement and participation.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Marketing & Communications Officer
Sydney North Health Network (PHN)
01.2024 - Current
Communications & Digital Officer
University of Sydney
01.2022 - 01.2023
Acting Head of Marketing & Communications
Kambala School
01.2022 - 01.2022
Senior News & Events Officer
King’s College London
01.2019 - 01.2019
Communications Officer – Faculty of Medicine & Health
University of Sydney
01.2018 - 01.2019
Senior Project Officer – Indigenous Strategy & Services
University of Sydney
01.2014 - 01.2018
Faculty Marketing Officer
University of Sydney
01.2010 - 01.2014
Certificate III - Tourism
Drysdale Institute of TAFE
PR Certificate - Public Relations
PR+plus GmbH
M.A. - English Literature & Language, Politics & Sociology
Technical University