Communications & Education Officer

Convenience Buttons:     Time Remaining 14 days Communications & Education Officer Are you an experienced and enthusiastic communications and education professional looking to join a dynamic team? Apply now!

About the Position This position is responsible for coordinating and marketing events, producing and disseminating publications and social media management on behalf of WorkCover WA. More specifically, the role will undertake a range of duties including: Liaison with internal and external stakeholders regarding the planning and delivery of events which support and increase WorkCover WA’s industry profile; Plan, prepare and manage the creation and distribution of events-related collateral; Research, prepare, write and edit news items and communications for publication on the WorkCover WA website and intranet; Contribute towards visual concepts and production of communications and education products and materials for WorkCover WA, including the Annual Report; Undertake design tasks using Adobe Creative Suite (including InDesign, Photoshop, Premier Pro and Acrobat).

The successful applicant will possess strong communication skills and a technical knowledge of contemporary marketing and media platforms to effectively engage with stakeholders and the public to promote understanding and awareness of the workers’ compensation and injury management scheme. A full statement of duties and responsibilities for the position can be found in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be appointed to other similar vacancies that occur throughout the Agency over the coming 12 months.

About WorkCover WA WorkCover WA is responsible for regulating and administering the workers’ compensation scheme on behalf of the government and community of Western Australia. We work with employers, workers and service providers to achieve a contemporary workers’ compensation scheme that is fair, accessible and affordable. Our goals are built around leadership, strategic scheme management, and building an agile and innovative organisation.

We continuously seek to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. WorkCover WA encourages people who are representative of the broad Western Australian community to apply. Some of the benefits our employees enjoy are: Professional development opportunities Access to our on-site fully equipped gym and facilities Parking at our offices in Shenton Park Parental leave – 14 weeks paid and up to 38 weeks unpaid

Four weeks (20 days) annual leave for each year of service Ten public holidays and up to three public service holidays per year. Further information about the Position For further information about this position, please refer to the attached JDF.

You can also obtain more information about the role expectations and responsibilities by contacting Ms Rachel Mayhew, Manager Communications and Education on (08) 9388 5***.  Selection Methodology A variety of assessment methodologies may be used throughout the recruitment process, including: Interview Skills assessment Aptitude testing Psychometric testing Referee checks. The successful applicant will be required to complete a National Police Clearance. We are an inclusive workplace that genuinely values diversity of thought, perspective, and experience.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. Applying for the Position

You can submit your application for this position via the ‘Apply for job’ button at the bottom of this page. Your application should include: A current and comprehensive curriculum vitae. A written cover letter, of no more than two pages, outlining the relevant skills and experience you possess with reference to the selection criteria for the role (as per the attached JDF).

Applications close Wednesday 5 October 2022 at 5pm. Late and pro-forma applications will not be accepted. Attachments

Closing Date 2022-10-05 5:00 PM Salary PSCSAA, Level 4, $81,452 - $85,797 Agency WorkCover WA Company Information Description Are you an experienced and enthusiastic communications and education professional looking to join a dynamic team? Apply now!

About the Position This position is responsible for coordinating and marketing events, producing and disseminating publications and social media management on behalf of WorkCover WA. More specifically, the role will undertake a range of duties including: Liaison with internal and external stakeholders regarding the planning and delivery of events which support and increase WorkCover WA’s industry profile; Plan, prepare and manage the creation and distribution of events-related collateral; Research, prepare, write and edit news items and communications for publication on the WorkCover WA website and intranet; Contribute towards visual concepts and production of communications and education products and materials for WorkCover WA, including the Annual Report; Undertake design tasks using Adobe Creative Suite (including InDesign, Photoshop, Premier Pro and Acrobat).

The successful applicant will possess strong communication skills and a technical knowledge of contemporary marketing and media platforms to effectively engage with stakeholders and the public to promote understanding and awareness of the workers’ compensation and injury management scheme. A full statement of duties and responsibilities for the position can be found in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be appointed to other similar vacancies that occur throughout the Agency over the coming 12 months.

About WorkCover WA WorkCover WA is responsible for regulating and administering the workers’ compensation scheme on behalf of the government and community of Western Australia. We work with employers, workers and service providers to achieve a contemporary workers’ compensation scheme that is fair, accessible and affordable. Our goals are built around leadership, strategic scheme management, and building an agile and innovative organisation.

We continuously seek to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. WorkCover WA encourages people who are representative of the broad Western Australian community to apply. Some of the benefits our employees enjoy are: Professional development opportunities Access to our on-site fully equipped gym and facilities Parking at our offices in Shenton Park Parental leave – 14 weeks paid and up to 38 weeks unpaid

Four weeks (20 days) annual leave for each year of service Ten public holidays and up to three public service holidays per year. Further information about the Position For further information about this position, please refer to the attached JDF.

You can also obtain more information about the role expectations and responsibilities by contacting Ms Rachel Mayhew, Manager Communications and Education on (08) 9388 5***.  Selection Methodology A variety of assessment methodologies may be used throughout the recruitment process, including: Interview Skills assessment Aptitude testing Psychometric testing Referee checks. The successful applicant will be required to complete a National Police Clearance. We are an inclusive workplace that genuinely values diversity of thought, perspective, and experience.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. Applying for the Position

You can submit your application for this position via the ‘Apply for job’ button at the bottom of this page. Your application should include: A current and comprehensive curriculum vitae. A written cover letter, of no more than two pages, outlining the relevant skills and experience you possess with reference to the selection criteria for the role (as per the attached JDF).

Applications close Wednesday 5 October 2022 at 5pm. Late and pro-forma applications will not be accepted. Attachments