Communications & Marketing Officer

About the Role

The Communications and Marketing officer is responsible for supporting the department through effective communication and marketing strategies and assist promote the services, projects and initiatives of Council to the community.

This position is Fixed Term until 24 October 2024 and can be based at any of our major regional centres (Dalby/Chinchilla/Miles/Tara or Wandoan)

Reporting to the Communication & Marketing Manager, you will:

• Providing administrative and clerical support to the Communication and Marketing team including ECM registration, minutes and agendas
• Establishing and maintaining productive working relationships while effectively using well-developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills to ensure that you understand the needs of internal and external stakeholders
• Providing strategic communications and marketing advice to internal stakeholders
• Maintaining productive relationships with Council business areas by coordinating collaboration strategies on behalf of the Communications and Marketing team
• Maintaining and monitoring Council's social media presence

About you

The successful applicant will have:

• Exceptional people skills and demonstrated ability to effectively deal with a broad cross-section on Council stakeholders;
• A high level of written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail; and
• Proficient use of the Microsoft Office Suite and demonstrated editing and layout skills.

The benefits working for WDRC:

Work / life balance

Enjoy quality time with flexible working arrangements

Access to Corporate Health Plan

Take care of yourself and join a health plan to improve life.

Health & Wellbeing program and Mental Health Support

Change your lifestyle and live better with healthy ideas. Be your best possible self with provided support and information.

Access to free Employee Assistance Program & confidential counselling

Reach out to someone confidentially if you are experiencing any concerns or problems.

Salary Packaging Available

Restructure your salary to work for you to pay for everyday living expenses such as Motor Vehicles, Superannuation, Remote Area Housing (Rent), Fuel, Gas and Electricity.

Allowances Available (if applicable)

Allowances such as Locality Allowance may be applicable to your position.

Living & Working in the Western Downs:

If you enjoy working both autonomously as well as collaboratively with employees, this role is for you.  TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE.

Additional Information

The recruitment process may include candidates completing a pre-employment health declaration and you may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

WDRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.