This is a permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2024
North Albany Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic individual to fill the role of Administration and Marketing Officer.
This position is dedicated to supporting and enhancing our school's image through effective public relations, communication strategies, and innovative events coordination. The successful applicant should ideally have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work in collaboration with the administration team, support staff, school community and external stakeholders.
The successful applicant will provide support to develop, implement and manage the school’s marketing plan. Supporting the creation of publications, including the Annual Report, Yearbook, Business Plans, school prospectus and other materials to enhance the school procedures and image. Producing a range of printed and online materials to support marketing activities and events for the school. The Events and Public Relations Coordinator ensures Departmental policies and guidelines are adhered to while assisting with editing and sub-editing publications and news media communications. The Administration and Marketing Officer will maintain and update the school’s website, software applications and social media, ensuring published content is current, relevant and that associated links are active. The role may require after-hours work at events, negotiated compensation for time will be considered.
North Albany SHS is an Independent Public School catering for students from Year 7 to Year 12. The focus of our school is to provide a wraparound education based on our school ethos of ‘Students are First and Foremost’. We strive to provide rich learning experiences that can lead to academic success for all students who attend our school. We believe that everyone, staff and students, has the responsibility to contribute to a supportive and engaging learning environment by being positive, courteous and respectful to all.
Our vision: Is to provide opportunities for students to achieve personal excellence so they can participate actively in a changing world.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
- sound written communications skills, including the ability to gather and edit material for printed and online publications.
- well-developed verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- initiative and organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and prioritise tasks.
- ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment to meet conflicting timeframes.
- ability to maintain multimedia platforms.
Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
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For further job related information
You are encouraged to contact Julie Fordham, Manager Corporate Services for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Albany by telephoning (08) 9892 06***or emailing *************@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A five (5) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, one being your current line manager.
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4***.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 86***for assistance.
Eligibility and training requirements
Employees will be required to:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment;
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement;
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Thursday, 28 March 2024
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.