Media And Communications Coordinator - Achievement Program (Prev.223)

• Be a part of Australia’s most trusted cancer ‘Not for Profit’ organisation
• Help provide all kids with a healthy start by transforming the food and drink environments where they spend their time
• Full time, permanent contract
• Hybrid working environment, working from home, and from East Melbourne office
• Great team environment with aligned values and commitment to the mission

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

The Prevention Division aims to reduce the risk of cancer in the Victorian population through social marketing, advocacy, professional education and providing policy advice based on the best available evidence. This involves action to affect individual behaviours and the broader physical and legislative environment to support health and wellbeing.

We are seeking a Media and Communications Coordinator to join the Healthy Places team in the Prevention Division to work on Vic Kids Eat Well and the Achievement Program.

Reporting to the Senior Communications Advisor, your role is to add value to two exciting state-wide initiatives creating healthier places for children and young people through:

• Media and Communications Implementation: Carry out various Media and communication tasks as directed by the Media and Communications Advisor. This includes crafting engaging written content for different platforms like websites, newsletters, blogs, and video scripts.
• Digital Communications Management: Support digital communication strategies by managing website content, creating a social media calendar, developing digital assets, and overseeing web and social media channels to boost engagement and assess performance.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate communications with stakeholders by creating toolkits, crafting e-newsletter content, and keeping stakeholder lists up to date, fostering positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Content Development: Produce compelling content by sourcing and writing case studies, drafting media releases, and creating regular blog or online posts on relevant topics to promote organisational initiatives and engage audiences.

We are looking for someone with:

• Diploma or above in communications, public relations, or other relevant discipline. 
• Excellent written communication skills, with experience developing case studies, press releases, articles, and other communication materials.
• Experience in developing engaging content and managing social media technologies.
• Good understanding of website content development, including using content management systems.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with a proven ability to work autonomously, including the ability to meet deadlines.

• Base salary of $69,090 to $76,464 p.a. (dependant on experience, pro rata for part time) plus 11% superannuation
• Salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 plus meals/entertainment $2,650 p.a. https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
• Novated car leasing
• Salary sacrifice
• 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements including working from home options to support excellent work-life balance
• Cultural leave of up to 5 days paid
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and up to 12 months unpaid leave
• A comprehensive employee assistance program
• A range of wellness initiatives such as flu vaccination, mental and general well-being support, and discounted health insurance
• A range of personal and professional development initiatives such as study support, in-house, external, and on-line learning options as well as the opportunity to apply for scholarships
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer

To apply for this opportunity, visit http://www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers/job-opportunities to download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Kelly Dienaar at *************@cancervic.org.au

Cancer Council will only contact applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check (as required).

Applications close: 10 June 2024 at 11:59pm

Cancer Council Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cancer Council Victoria is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment. We encourage all people to apply including people who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, identify as LGBTIQA+, have a disability, or are part of our culturally and linguistically diverse communities.