AddressThis large Government agency supports the Queensland community with fast, accurate messaging related to safety, sustainability and long-term socio-economic development. With a responsibility to keep the community informed and engaged, the Social Media presence is of paramount importance to the purpose of the Department.
About the role
Part of the broader Marketing Communications team, the Social Media Officer is responsible for shaping and managing the department's online presence across Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. You will be required to develop and curate engaging and informative content, promote department initiatives, and enhance the public’s knowledge and understanding of relevant projects.
A summary of your responsibilities include:
- Execute creative Social Media campaigns for key project messaging across digital platforms, including Instagram, X, and Facebook;
- Create, edit, and curate engaging content (copy, photos, reels) to showcase program initiatives on various channels;
- Oversee the Social Media calendar and channels, fostering audience growth and interaction;
- Collaborate within a team to assist with community engagement on Social Media platforms;
- Stay updated on emerging Social Media trends, exploring new channels for enhanced communication and stakeholder engagement;
- Manage key relationships with internal teams, offering strategic digital marketing advice where possible; and
- Assist in managing paid campaigns and maintain a dynamic relationship with the Queensland Government's external stakeholders.
This is an A05 level role, in order to be competitive, you will at least 4 years’ experience in Social Media and digital content.
- A relevant tertiary qualification in communications, digital marketing or related field;
- Proven experience in developing creative Social Media campaigns;
- Excellent understanding of digital trends and proven ability to use Social Media tools;
- Working knowledge of state government best practices and standards (preferable but not essential); and
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
For more information or a confidential discussion please call Mitchell Bazley at u&u on 0474 952 *** or email ***************@uandu.com quoting reference number 36985.
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