Communications Officer

Desert Channels Queensland – Longreach QLD
Desert Channels Queensland (DCQ) is an environmental organisation that works across the Queensland section of the Lake Eyre Basin. The organisation has a strong environmental achievements track record and utilises many leading-edge technologies and digital platforms to deliver into our communities.
We are seeking a Communications Officer to join our highly motivated, successful and passionate team to deliver communications activities across the region. This position plays a key role in maintaining the positive reputation and brand of Desert Channels Queensland, ensuring that the organisation is engaging with the target audience at any given time.
The role involves travel across our magnificent landscapes. This is a picturesque, rugged region with tough land management and environmental issues that DCQ is working to improve. You will have the opportunity to contribute to sustainable agriculture, biodiversity conservation and environmental outcomes.
Salary range: $60,000-$90,000 negotiated with the successful applicant.
12.75% superannuation and salary sacrifice arrangementsRemote area tax benefits for travel, motor vehicle, mobile phone, rent and electricityRental subsidy for 1 yearRetention BonusApplication Process
Please see position description & submit:
Cover letter with brief response to the Selection Criteria (no more than two pages).Resume including two professional referees (no more than five pages).Applications should be addressed to:
Leanne Kohler, Chief Executive Officer
Desert Channels Queensland
PO Box 601
Longreach Q 4730
or emailed to ****** by Monday 11th November 2024.
Position Description and Selection Criteria
The Communications Officer leads the delivery of communications activities across the Desert Channels Region. This activity focuses on developing and implementing strategic communication and engagement plans for the organisation.
This position plays a key role in maintaining the positive reputation and brand of Desert Channels Queensland, ensuring that the organisation is engaging with the target audience at any given time.
Strategic Context:
To achieve the outcomes required by this role, you must be able to:
Work collaboratively with the DCQ team and partners to capture and promote stories from the field in relation to projects, activities and issuesIdentify and produce timely articles, posts, photos and videos, and communications products to showcase DCQ NRM activities as they relate to programs, projects, issues, events and activitiesAssist with the production of marketing, promotions and fundraising materials as requiredPlan, design, develop and implement information and education campaigns on target natural resource management/ environmental issuesUse media and partner networks to leverage these stories to achieve greater audience reach and recognitionAssist with the design, development and implementation of DCQ's Corporate documentsCreate regular content for, and maintain DCQ's websites, e-newsletter and social media channels that encompasses the breadth of our work across the regionMaintain a professional and knowledge-sharing relationship with communications staff from other NRM organisationsComply with all DCQ policies and proceduresAttend DCQ meetings as requested, including presenting key outcomesSpecific Workplan Deliverables:
The key activities and deliverables for this position are:
Support the senior management team in the development, refinement and implementation of Corporate Plans, policies and strategies.Enhance the performance of media channels through content creation and social media campaigns.Support internal staff in delivering project-based communications plans.Enhance DCQ's organisation and brand presence through events, sponsorship, media, marketing and partnerships activities.Maintain respectful and professional conduct and communication.Contribute to a positive culture aligned to the company's mission, objectives and values.Excellent time management skills with the ability to set and meet deadlines.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Education / Qualifications A tertiary qualification or equivalent in a relevant field of Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or Marketing is essential.Technical Responsibilities and Skills Excellent writing and storytelling skillsProactively seeks out contentDeliver high quality and creative digital communications, media and marketing productsProduce high quality content and stories for all media platformsProduce media releases and work with the media as and when requiredAbility to work independently, and as a team, to identify problems and to develop and implement solutions and improvementsParticipating, contributing and collaborating as part of the DCQ teamActively promoting and fostering a culture whereby all employees comply with Workplace Health and Safety provisions and all DCQ's policies and procedures in each workplaceSpecialised Job Knowledge / Experience / Demonstrated Ability Demonstrated experience in community-based natural resource management would be highly regarded equally so a sound knowledge of the Desert Channels region.Applicants should also have demonstrated experience in the development, coordination and delivery of media, marketing and communication products, including the online application of such web-based publishing software applications, Microsoft Software and proficiency in graphic design and associated software is desirable.Licencing Requirements Queensland C Class Driver's Licence is mandatory.
Personal Attributes: Communication – proven ability to connect with a range of people in diverse situations.Planning – ability to plan and prioritise work effort individually and as a team.Teamwork – ability to foster team spirit and build and maintain co-operative and productive relationships.Flexibility – Ability to appropriately change responses, techniques etc to situations or problems to achieve a desired result.Adaptability – Ability to act independently based on broad direction and to accommodate changes in the environment, organisation, culture, rules, values, technology, responsibility, etc.Initiative – Ability to take or organise action to achieve goals – a self-starter.Detail mindedness – ability to attend to all details, no matter how small, which may affect quality or performance.Work Quality – ability to set high standards and goals for self and others.Dependability – ability to meet deadlines, schedules and time commitments, keep promises and complete tasks as arranged.Selection Criteria:
The key selection criteria that will be used to identify candidates for this role are:
Demonstrated skills and practical experience in communication and community engagement.Demonstrated 'hands on' experience working with limited resources to deliver communication activities which may include events, print and digital publications, annual reports, technical case studies, media releases, website content, social media and digital assets on time and on budget.A general understanding of natural resource management issues impacting the communities of the Desert Channels Queensland region.Demonstrated ability to develop and document innovative projects, identify and seek funding opportunities and to set and deliver specific objectives in collaboration with partners and stakeholders.Demonstrated practical application of community engagement principles as they relate to nature resource management.Demonstrated exceptional organisational skills and time management skills to deliver multiple projects on time and on budget.Demonstrated high level written and oral communications skills including the ability to communicate complex concepts in simple language to a specific audience. #J-18808-Ljbffr