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Griffith is one of the most vibrant regional economies in Australia with a large export sector and mature and developing enterprises in value-added food & wine production, retail, residential and industrial development, tourism and agriculture. The city boasts a cosmopolitan lifestyle that has a young & diverse multi-cultural population with authentic cafes and the region’s renowned wine producers. Griffith City Council is proactive and energetic and passionate about creating ongoing opportunities for our growing population.
Council is seeking applications from enthusiastic motivated individuals for the following position.
COMMUNICATIONS AND INTEGRATED PLANNING OFFICER
The role of the Communications and Integrated Planning Officer is to disseminate information to the community and staff through various channels including Council’s website, social media platforms, media releases and newsletters. Deliver consistent messaging, across all media platforms, that supports and promotes Council. Support effective consultation and engagement through targeted strategies and assist with Council’s Integrated Planning and Reporting requirements.
Qualifications: The successful applicant will require a Diploma in either communications; graphic design; public relations; journalism; or other related field or demonstrated experience working in a multi-faceted communications role. Please include copies of all relevant licenses and qualifications with your application.
Skills & Knowledge: The successful applicant will need to prepare quality media releases and respond appropriately to media enquiries, have graphic design experience and experience utilising web-based communication tools, including social media platforms.
Hours of work: 35 hours per week.
Salary and conditions: Commencement annual salary range from $81,095.56 to $89.203.92 (Grade 14) plus Superannuation.
Griffith City Council offers;
- Location & Lifestyle
- 4 weeks annual leave
- 3 weeks sick leave each year
- 5 weeks Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Career Development opportunities
- Employee Health & Assistance programs
- Access to the fitness passport program
- Fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience
Special conditions: Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply.
Applications close: Monday 15 April 2024
For any questions about the role please contact Leanne Austin on 1300 176 077.
Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. People with disability are encouraged to reach out so they can be supported in recruitment processes, to enable them to demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.
