Communications Advisor – Sport And Recreation

Communications Advisor - Sport and RecreationPlace and Community | Regional WAPosition No: 061/2024
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

• Are you driven by the opportunity to work for a thriving regional City committed to organisational excellence?
• Are you ready to apply your knowledge and background to exciting new challenges and learn from the best?
• We work together with you to create a culture based on respect, trust and inclusiveness.
• We embrace flexible working conditions and are always open to discussing your individual requirements so that you get to create your own experience with us.
• A leading survey recently found Mandurah is one of the top 10 domestic regions Australians would choose to work from when working remotely.

Imagine a future with usThe City of Mandurah (CoM) is one of the main cultural ambassadors and project leaders for Mandurah. We not only support and empower local businesses, create local jobs and opportunities but foster innovation and creativity in enterprise whilst considering the impact to our beautiful environment. We are woven by waterways (gabi), a city with a village heart (mandjoo koort).At CoM, we look out for one another; prioritise respect, are fair, look after your development and wellbeing; foster an inclusive culture and embrace diversity in all forms. We’re committed to continually building a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people feel appreciated and accepted and achieve their full potential. Every day, your work will make an impact that matters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration and high performance. At CoM you will find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realise your full potential.But enough about us, let’s talk about youWe are looking for a talented and enthusiastic individual to fill the position of Communications Advisor – Sport and Recreation. This dynamic and high energy position oversees marketing and communications for our bustling Recreation Centres and Recreation Services function.You will be responsible for:

• Planning, developing, managing, implementing and evaluating strategic and tactical campaigns within the Sport and Recreation section that supports the City of Mandurah’s Strategic Community Plan, Corporate Plan, Recreation Centres and Services strategies and business objectives
• Providing advice on strategic and tactical communications on new and major projects to support the achievement of business unit objectives
• Developing, managing and evaluating new and business as usual campaigns within the Sport and Recreation section.

To be successful you will have:

• A degree in Communications or related area
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in a similar role
• Exceptional interpersonal, customer service and relationship building skills
• Well-developed strategic communications development skills
• Well-developed planning, campaign, and brand management skills
• Sound understanding of media issues
• Strong digital communications skills
• Experience and knowledge of marketing and communications strategies
• Effective negotiation skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong time management, organisational skills and the ability to multi-task and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

This Permanent Full Time Level Six (6) position attracts a salary range of $90,468 to $97,775 gross per annum dependent on qualifications and experience. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style, and if you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.To apply please visit our Careers page at . For further information or any enquiries, please contact Claire Taylor, Manager Sport and Recreation, on (08) 9550 3270.Please note that applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means that the City of Mandurah may close this vacancy without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.Why work with us?You will be working for the City of Mandurah, an employer of choice and one of Western Australia’s fastest growing local authorities. Our vision at the City is “Woven by waterways, a City with a village heart” and all our employees instil the values of connected, integrity, excellence, courage and innovate.There are many advantages in working for the City, including:

• A fair salary – enjoy great work conditions including salary sacrificing options.
• Access to free staff parking and less than 50 mins to Perth by train and car.
• Superannuation Guarantee Contributions (SGC) payments with matching additional contributions made by the City in accordance with the City’s Enterprise Agreement.
• Health & wellbeing initiatives, including free recreation centre membership.
• Discounted medical insurance
• Learning and Development opportunities to fuel your amazingness and take your career to the next level
• Flexible working hours including 9-day fortnight, 19-day month and working from home options.
• Transparent performance framework – approach your work with confidence in how you're tracking, working to professional development plans agreed on by you and your line manager.
• Generous leave entitlements – provisions for many forms of leave; including annual, personal/ carers, parental, study, cultural, domestic violence, compassionate and bereavement leave.
• Employee Assistance Program support – you are encouraged to use this free short-term, confidential counselling service if you're experiencing emotional stress, relationship problems, conflict with others or personal issues. It is also available for financial counselling and retirement planning.
• A vibrant Employee Reward & Recognition Program
• Did we mention Study Assistance, a social club, corporate uniform and much more!

Casey Mihovilovich
Chief Executive Officer