Marketing Communications (Marketing & Communications)Government - Local (Government & Defence)Full timeAt Whitehorse City Council, community is at the heart of everything we do.Salary $102,452.24 to $113,914.82 per annum + 11.5% Superannuation2 x positions available - both 4 days a week (0.8FTE)Flexible work and hybrid work optionsPlay a lead role in communications for a diverse range of projectsTo stay ahead of and best respond to the evolving needs of the community, the organisation is undertaking an exciting journey that will transform ways of working and empower employees to be innovative.
Together, we're striving to provide an excellent customer experience, every time.
The five pillars of our transformation focus on:Excellent Customer Experience and Service DeliveryGreat Organisational CultureInnovation and Continuous ImprovementGood Governance and IntegrityLong Term Financial SustainabilityOur newly established Communications, Advocacy and Investment Department is seeking two Senior Communications Advisors.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly collaborative team working on a range of community-focussed strategic communications projects and supporting media and issues management.The role:
We have 2 x newly created roles of Senior Communications Advisor, reporting to either the Coordinator Media and Communications or the Coordinator Experience and Communications.The Senior Communications Advisor will be responsible for:Developing and implementing complex external and internal communications plans across all channels (including print, web, social media and email)Developing audience and channel strategies, which considers data and research and best practice methodologies.Leading and advising on complex communications projects in collaboration with internal clients.Providing an end-to-end communications service for teams, advising on complex issues and implementing solutions.Contributing to collaborative, positive working relationships with internal stakeholders.Leading collaboration and production of content across all of Council's to help ensure a cohesive brand and high standards.Devising strategies to develop Council's communications channels, including print and digital.About you:
To be considered for this position you will have experience working in a busy, issues-rich, community-focussed environment.
The ideal candidate will have:Exceptional writing skills.Highly experienced at developing and implementing purposeful and punchy content across social media, web and print channels.The ability to identify key messages and distil complex information for different audiences and channels, including print, social media, EDMs, website and speeches.Extensive experience in developing and implementing effective communications plans for complex and sensitive projects.Desirable: Experience in media and issues management.In return, we will offer:
The ability to make a difference -
Working at Whitehorse City Council you contribute to making a real difference in the lives of the community and those that live, learn, work or visit Whitehorse.Great working conditions
- a professional environment, friendly and supportive teams and a flexibility program that promotes employee work-life balance.An extensive Health and Wellbeing offering
- Employee assistance program, private health insurance benefits, health checks (skin, hearing and vaccinations), discounted gym membership and facilities (e.g.
Theatre, Arts, Leisure) and an active health and wellness program (e.g.
stretching, healthy eating demonstrations and health challenges).Career opportunities
- engaging work and the opportunity to apply your skills and experience.Transformation
- We are in a time of transformation to stay ahead of the evolving changes and needs of our community.Further Information:
Further information is available from Cheri Randell, Public Sector People.
Please email or call on 8535 3111 for more information.
To apply, please submit a copy of your resume and one-page statement addressing the selection criteria by Sunday, 17 November 2024.We will be reviewing applications as they come in so early applications are encouraged.Come and join the transformation!
Download the Position Description:Senior Communications AdvisorThe City of Whitehorse is a culturally and linguistically diverse community.
We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of our community.Whitehorse City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation.At Whitehorse, employee health, wellbeing and development are paramount, and we aim for everyone to become the best they can be in the workplace.
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