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SalaryHappy Haven OSHC offers an exciting opportunity for a vibrant and driven Communications Assistant!
Company Overview:
Happy Haven Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) is the largest South Australian privately owned and operated provider of OSHC services. Committed to providing quality care for children outside of school hours, Happy Haven OSHC focuses on creating engaging environments that foster growth and development. We are currently seeking an ambitious individual to join our team as a Communications Assistant.
Position Summary:
As the Communications Assistant, you will play a vital role in driving the branding and communications strategy of Happy Haven OSHC. Reporting to and mentored by the Chief of Communications, you will be guided by the Communications Strategic Plan and Brand Guidelines to support the development and execution of marketing and communication materials. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to grow within the organisation and work towards becoming our next Communications Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in executing the communications strategy
- Ensure organisation-wide adherence to brand guidelines
- Support OSHC services and head office in developing marketing and communication material
- Collaborate with the digital transformation team to improve efficiencies in report and marketing material development
- Maintain schedules for marketing and communications initiatives
- Assist with social media and website content creation and management
- Draft and edit communications copy and materials
- Prepare presentations and reports
- Organise branded material for events
- Provide administrative support to internal teams
- Maintain calendars and appointments
Required Skills:
- Strong work ethic
- Willingness to learn
- High level of attention to detail
- Comfort with multitasking in a deadline-driven environment
- Ability to work autonomously while seeking guidance when needed
- Strong writing and copy-editing abilities
- Understanding of graphic design principles
- Intermediate Adobe Creative Cloud experience (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
- Ability to use databases for marketing purposes
- Ability to follow brand guidelines
Desired Skills:
- Experience with email marketing platforms
- Content writing for multiple platforms
- Experience updating website content
- Experience with data merge in InDesign and/or MS Word
Application Process:
All applicants must complete a Criteria Response and submit a resume and cover letter.
Apply here: https://www.happyhaven.sa.edu.au/applynow
Application deadline: 3 April 2024
*Only applications that include all required documents will be considered for an interview.
Criteria Response:
- In 300 words or less, please describe why you think you are a good fit for the role and why you think you would like to work at Happy Haven OSHC.
- In 200 words or less, please describe the skills you would bring to the role including past experience with key responsibilities.
- In 200 words or less, please describe any of the required and desired skills you don’t possess and how you think this can be addressed.
Position Particulars:
We are determined to find the best individual for the role, and as such we can offer either a part-time or full-time position. If part-time better suits your current lifestyle, you will have the option to work 3 full days, or 5 part-time days from our head office. Otherwise, if you are looking for a full-time position, we will be able to allocate additional hours to assist with other administrative tasks.
Why Join Happy Haven OSHC?
Happy Haven OSHC offers a supportive environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families while advancing your career in marketing and communications within the education sector. We offer flexible work hours and a competitive salary commensurate with experience. Start your journey with Happy Haven OSHC today!
