The Opportunity Here at The Kids Research Institute, our vision is simple; happy, healthy kids!
Our highly skilled and professional Brand and Strategic Communications team help us to communicate the impact of our world-class research and are responsible for managing all internal and external communications for the Institute including media, marketing & branding, social media & websites, the intranet and events.
We now have an opportunity for a Communications Advisor to join our team of talented professionals to drive the public profile of The Kids Research Institute through strong media relationships and the production of high-quality, engaging video and written content through storytelling that aligns with the strategic goals of the Institute.
Working closely with the Media & Content Manager, this role will also be responsible for developing regular and engaging written content for various communications channels and creative digital marketing campaigns. You will support the wider team by providing communications advice and support in terms of planning and implementing special projects while maintaining high stakeholder engagement.
Some of your duties in this role will include, but not be limited to:
Develop regular and engaging written content for various owned, earned and bought communications channels in a timely manner. Liaise and build excellent working relationships with research and professional service teams to develop communications plans to support their projects. Develop creative and interesting communications journeys to increase engagement in the Institute's activities. Provide communications advice and support by developing and implementing communications plans and campaigns. Assist with planning and implementing events including writing speech notes as required. Develop and maintain positive stakeholder relationships across The Kids Research Institute to support project communications activities. Contribute to team planning and regular meetings of the Communications team. Conveniently based at Perth Children's Hospital, this role will be offered on a full-time basis.
About You The successful applicant will not only have several years of demonstrated experience in communications, public relations or similar, but also a passion and talent for creating compelling content with a genuine interest in science and health research and how it impacts children and families.
Along with this, your application will also demonstrate the following:
Highly developed digital literacy, including the ability to maintain platforms/channels & use a Content Management System. Excellent creative written and verbal skills. Demonstrate experience in implementing communications strategies. Ability to work independently and as part of the Communications team. Strong attention to detail and excellent editing skills. Ability to develop personal and corporate relationships with internal and external stakeholders. We are driving inclusion and diversity as part of the way we work and embrace the diverse career and life experiences of our staff. If you meet a number of the requirements (and not all), we encourage you to submit your application. We also encourage you to address any career disruptions (if applicable) you may have had in your cover letter. About Us Our aim is to create a workplace where people are respected and encouraged to fulfil their potential. We encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to acquire knowledge and enhance skills; we embrace all employee differences, foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion, and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations where required.
Some of our staff benefits include: Additional annual leave over Christmas and Easter. Save on tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 of Living Expenses and up to $2,650 on Entertainment Benefits each FBT year. Extensive health and wellbeing program with weekly events. Flexible work options and hybrid working. Reward and recognition program. Professional development opportunities including access to unlimited online training with LinkedIn Learning. Modern offices and end of trip facilities, including sit to stand desks. Access to Corporate Health Insurance. Staff purchasing discounts including travel, IT hardware and stationery. How to apply If you think that this is the right role and an exciting new challenge for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to navigate to our Career Site to view the Job Description and submit your application.
Your cover letter (no more than 2 pages) should specifically address your skills and experience outlined in the "About You" section above.
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Contact Name: Keryn McKinnon
Contact Email: Closing Date: 18/12/2024 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.
The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program.
We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.
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