Communications Officer/Senior Communications Officer

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Communications Officer/Senior Communications Officer
Division: Office of the Director General
Position No: Pool Ref COM0524
Salary: Level 5, $96,307 - $105,254/Level 6, $110,309 - $121,569 pa pro rata + Super - PSCSAA 2022
Work Type: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: Fremantle
Closing Date: 2024-01-30 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.
Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the . The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.
The Opportunity
Communications Officer
As a Communications Officer, you will support the development and implementation of internal and external communications and/or corporate events, as well as sponsorship strategies, initiatives and projects. You will contribute to the development of Departmental corporate communications policies and procedures, and collaborate and liaise with multiple internal and external key stakeholders.
You wil also coordinate the implementation and execution of Communication, Projects and evaluate the effectiveness of initiatives.
Senior Communications Officer
As a Senior Communications Officer, you will manage the development and implementation of internal and external communications and/or corporate events, as well as sponsorship strategies, initiatives and projects. You will work within and advise on Departmental corporate communications policies and procedures, and collaborate and liaise with multiple internal and external key stakeholders.
You will also have the opportunity to develop and execute corporate communications strategies to support Communities’ goals, programs and key initiatives.
The attached Job Description Forms (JDFs) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Sophie Richardson, Manager Communications Projects on 0432 833 265.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.
Which position to apply for?
As part of the application process you will be asked to identify which position/s you are applying for. If you are applying for both roles, please address the Level 6 criteria.
Application for one position only, please address the criteria in the relevant JDF.
Join the Department of Communities
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only: * A current comprehensive resume/CV.

• A two [2] page written application addressing 2,3, and 5 essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
• A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
• An application form (for hard copy applications only).

Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process.
For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Nijole West, HR Consultant, on 0403 203 642 or email .
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:
TTY/voice calls - 133 677
Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727
SMS relay - 0423 677 767
Integrity and Honesty
The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity.
In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click .
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.
If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Nijole West. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact on 13 64 64.
Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.