Communications Manager

Communications Manager

Western Australia | Ramsay Health Care Australia

An exciting opportunity has become available for a dedicated and driven Communications Manager to join one of Australia’s largest private health care companies.

The Opportunity

Based in Perth, this role is responsible for managing the reputation of Ramsay Health Care in Western Australia, particularly in relation to the organisation’s capability as an operator of public services. 

Reporting dually to the State Manager – Western Australia and the Chief Communications and Marketing Officer, the role is critical in positioning the organisation positively with its key stakeholders, from both a proactive and reactive perspective.

Key Accountabilities

• Development of communications strategies in liaison with senior leaders including the State Manager – Western Australia and the Chief Communications and Marketing Officer.
• Coordinate all proactive media opportunities for Joondalup Health Campus and Joondalup Private Hospital
• Manage reactive media enquiries and the communications response to crisis situations at the Ramsay WA sites, which involves being on-call after hours and on weekends.
• Generate detailed and accurate information for the relevant Health Service Provider (NMHS and SMHS) and / or Minister’s office including briefing notes.
• Development of all communications collateral for any political visits and management of all logistics prior to and on the event day.
• Identify, track and manage potential issues that have media potential or a risk of reputational damage.
• Management of social media posts for Joondalup Health Campus and Joondalup Private Hospital.
• Coordinate and produce the Annual Report for Joondalup Health Campus as part of contractual reporting requirements.
• Management of photo shoots and filming related to media and corporate communication activities.
• Provision of regular communication to staff on behalf of the Joondalup Health Care executive and State Manager – Western Australia.
• Assist with relationship building with key stakeholder groups including, but not limited to, the local councils, St John Ambulance, local Members of Parliament.

About You

The successful applicant will help to enhance and protect the company’s reputation, position the organisation as an employer of choice and bring to life our strategy and purpose.

You will also demonstrate a strong alignment with The Ramsay Way values.

To be successful in this role, you will have the following criteria:

Essential:

• Extensive experience in communications, public relations or a related discipline
• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal and visual
• Experience working in complex environments
• Demonstrated experience managing issues and crisis communication
• Ability to work with confidence with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong people management and relationship-building skills
• Ability to align communication effort with key business objectives

Desirable:

• Public relations, communications or journalism degree or qualification
• Experience in healthcare related communication work

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning with over 18,000 courses to advance your career and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.

Discounts: Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental. 

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.  

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

The Organisation

Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.

We believe in a bright future for our company and for every one of our employees – our wellbeing initiatives and learning and development programs have seen us grow as an industry leader and sought after employer.

Requirements

• A National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months may be asked of you

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Applications Close Monday 3rd June 2024

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