Communications Specialist

CARERS VICTORIA 
Carers Victoria is the peak body for unpaid carers in Victoria. Our purpose is to advance understanding of Victoria’s unpaid carers and improve their access to assistance. Our teams provide services and advice for carers living in Victoria including education workshops, programs, and events across the state. 

THE POSITION 
We are seeking a creative Communications Specialist to join us in producing compelling materials that support Victoria’s 700,000+ unpaid carers. Reporting to the Marketing and Communications Manager, you will employ excellent writing skills and implementing innovative digital strategies to deepen engagement across digital and offline channels.

Core responsibilities of the role include:

• Contributing to the development and delivery of high-quality communications representing Carers Victoria, including EDMs, an internal newsletter, a monthly eBulletin, speeches, printed collateral, and website copy. 
• Ensuring all Carers Victoria communications are of high quality and meet style guide. 
• Assist team members with growing Carers Victoria’s online audience through the development and implementation of engagement strategies, including social media. 
• Support coordinating internal and external suppliers for production of marketing communications collateral. 
• Leverages latest digital tools and channels to craft compelling messaging that inspires action. 
• Providing support to the Senior Manager, Marketing and Communications as required. 
• Partner with the policy and advocacy team to produce compelling materials that drive awareness and create real change for carers. 
• Flex your project management and creative skills on diverse communications initiatives. 

THE PERSON 
This exciting opportunity will suit an individual who is looking for a role that makes a difference. To be successful in this role you would have:   

• Demonstrated experience in a marketing communications or public relations role  
• Demonstrated ability to implement a successful marketing and communications strategy.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field.
• Proven experience handling multiple activities and priorities simultaneously with strong organisational and time management skills. 
• Demonstrated superior editorial and copywriting experience and skills, with impeccable spelling, grammar and attention to detail, ability to adjust style and tone, including writing for online platforms. 
• Digitally savvy and ability to use digital and multimedia tools for communication
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and clearly communicate complex concepts and data both in text and diagrams as appropriate for a variety of audiences. 
• Strong relationship building skills. 

THE OFFER

• Support a not-for-profit organisation, who is focused on improving outcomes for Carers in our community.
• Part time 0.8 FTE with flexible work arrangements 
• A competitive salary and the option of not-for-profit salary packaging
• Hybrid work arrangement, with offices conveniently located in Melbourne CBD 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• For applications via Seek – Please go to the Carers Victoria websites About us > Working with us >Communications Specialist to download the position description. 
• For applications via Carers Victoria Website - Please see position description attached.

APPLICATIONS 
Please submit your resume and cover letter ASAP. Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews will be offered on an ongoing basis. Please note that shortlisted applicants may be asked to provide a case study/ presentation of their work.

FURTHER INFORMATION 
If you would like more information about this role, please email **@carersvictoria.org.au with subject: Communications Specialist Enquiry

Please note: the successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including but not limited to a national police check, Working with Children Check and reference checks. 
 
Carers Victoria is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds, linguistically diverse people, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ communities and people with disabilities. 
 
Carers Victoria is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects the diverse needs of the people we support. We draw pride and strength from our diversity and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people. Carers Victoria is also committed to protecting the best interests and safety of children and vulnerable people.