Communications Specialist

About Us  At WA Primary Health Alliance (WAPHA), we are dedicated to transforming and sustaining primary health care across Western Australia.
As one of the 31 Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in Australia, we proudly manage three PHNs, guided by our 2023 - 2026 Strategic Plan.
Since our establishment in 2015, we've been committed to strengthening primary care through innovative partnerships and a 'one health system' approach, ensuring better access to services and improved health outcomes.
Our work focuses on: Supporting general practices to deliver top-quality patient care.
Funding local primary health services tailored to community needs.
Connecting local services to simplify the health care system.
Leading system-wide reform for long-term impact.
As an organisation that thrives in a dynamic environment, we embrace change and seek team members who are adaptable and flexible in their approach.
We are proud to be an inclusive organisation, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people from diverse cultures, and people living with disabilities.
Learn more about our values and what it's like to work with us by watching the above video, or at www.wapha.org.au/joinourteam/ About The role As a Communications Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in raising WAPHA's profile, protecting our reputation, and communicating our value.
This role will focus on developing and implementing innovative internal communication, engagement, and marketing strategies that nurture quality relationships with employees and help us achieve our strategic objectives.
However, you will also be involved in some external communications and marketing activities.
Join us and be part of a dynamic team that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth.
Your contributions will help us deliver better health, together!
This role will be offered as a Full-time Maximum-Term contract for 2 years and offers the flexibility to work from home and office.
Core responsibilities: Develop and implement internal communication and engagement strategies and plans: Create and execute effective communication and engagement strategies and plans to ensure our employees are well informed, aligned with our strategic direction and can navigate change.
Manage our intranet and other internal communication channels and events to ensure employees have access to the information they need to do their job, are abreast of our organisational strategy and priorities, and can celebrate our achievements.
Content Creation: Develop high-quality content for internal digital platforms, including intranet, newsletters, and other internal communication tools.
Project Communications Support: Work with our project and change teams to ensure employees are well informed about internal projects and change initiatives, including rationale and benefits.
Reputational Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with internal communication plans, and other communication activities.
Employee Engagement and Advocacy: Support our people to engage with employee advocacy and employee experience initiatives.
External Communications: Utilize various external communication channels, including digital communications, and corporate publications, to promote WAPHA's role and achievements.
Sponsorship: Manage our agreed sponsorship program to ensure maximum brand exposure and return on investment.
Reporting and Analytics: Contribute to internal and PHN reporting requirements and use analytics to measure the success of communication and engagement activities.
About you To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following selection criteria: Essential experience and education  A minimum of five years of experience in communications, marketing, or public relations, with a strong background in and enthusiasm for internal communications.
Proven ability to work independently while effectively managing multiple priorities and assignments.
Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills, with a track record of building relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including senior executives.
Superior writing, editorial, and content creation skills, with the ability to simplify complex content into plain English and identify key messages for different stakeholder groups.
Proficiency in intranet management, encompassing day-to-day maintenance, content production, and analytics.
Proficiency in using applications such as Canva and video editing software to produce professional design and video assets.
Proficiency in sponsorship program management and implementation of individual sponsorships.
What we offer  Enjoy a hybrid work model, combining the flexibility of working from home with access to our state-of-the-art Subiaco office.
We're dedicated to your growth, with a strong commitment to employee development and professional learning opportunities.
Take advantage of generous salary packaging, with up to $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment, tax-free each year.
Access to an Employee Assistance Program for professional and confidential support when you need it.
Additional paid parental leave to help balance work and family life.
Enjoy a paid day off during our Christmas shutdown period.
Benefit from our $200 annual health and wellbeing reimbursement.
Unlock thousands of learning opportunities with full access to LinkedIn Learning.
Study leave options available to support your academic pursuits.
Option to purchase additional leave for greater work-life balance.
Access long service leave after 7 years if eligible, with a full 13 weeks available after 10 years of continuous service.
To Apply Please submit your application by clicking the 'Apply' button.
Your application should include your CV.
As part of our recruitment process, you will be invited to complete an online assessment.
This assessment consists of interactive questions designed to give us further insight into your experience and approach.
It will simulate scenarios that you may encounter in the role.
Applications close 11:59pm Monday 3rd February 2025.
If you have any queries, please email ******.
Please note that applications must be submitted via the link provided – applications received by email will not be accepted.
Applicants must hold current, unrestricted working rights in Australia to be eligible for this role.
Candidates without valid authorisation to work in Australia will not be considered.
Successful candidates will be required to provide relevant qualifications, along with documentation including a valid visa (if applicable), passport, and National police check upon request WA Primary Health Alliance builds and strengthens primary health care in Western Australia, so people can access the services they need closer to home.
As the operator of all three Primary Health Networks in Western Australia, we aim to ensure that the people most at risk of poor health have access to quality care.
By working closely with GPs, health professionals, service providers, hospitals, government, and the community to strengthen primary care state-wide, we are delivering better health, together.
The Strategy & Engagement Portfolio focuses on strategy development, strengthening external stakeholder relationships and positioning WAPHA to meet its strategic goals and align its activities with the seven PHN Health Priority areas set by the Australian Government.
The Strategy & Engagement Portfolio works across WAPHA and with external stakeholders to set strategic direction and priorities, lead and facilitate stakeholder engagement, communicate our purpose and the outcomes of our work in the community, ensure our work is informed by analysis and translation of national and state health policy, define program goals, support innovation in Australian Government funded programs, and lead the preparation of strategic frameworks, policy submissions and position papers.
The Portfolio's three teams are Strategy and Policy, Stakeholder Engagement and Communications.