Senior Communications Officer

An exciting opportunity has become available in our Communications and Engagement team for a Senior Communications Officer on a full-time fixed term basis until 31 May 2024 (with the possibility of extension). Part-time applications will also be considered.

In this role, the successful applicant will develop and deliver a range of communication activities to inform, engage and promote City initiatives and projects to key stakeholders, including the community and media. Building and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders is essential in this role to support strategic, proactive communications and media relations.

Key responsibilities of this role include:

• Develop original, creative and innovative solutions to communication issues.
• Develop and implement strategic and/or cross-organisational communication initiatives and plans.
• Ensure the City's brand is represented consistently and appropriately as per City guidelines.
• Provide advice and support to other branches for preparation of communications materials such as posters, flyers, forms and correspondence.
• Liaise with external consultants and contractors.
• Proactively identify and prepare media releases and opportunities to promote City services, initiatives and achievements, and enhance the City's reputation. 
• Coordinator media enquiry responses on behalf of the City.
• Monitor the media environment and exercise judgement to instigate and develop strategic responses to issues as they arise.
• Provide media relations support to City spokespeople, including preparing briefing information and coaching.
• Maintain an understanding and awareness of current affairs with a particular focus on local government issues.
• Lead the development of digital news content for the City's website.
• Assist and support in the development and maintenance of content for other digital channels including e-newsletters, social media and intranet as required.
• Produce or review and edit City organisational publications as required, including brochures, newsletters and advertising.
• Coordinate publication of the quarterly Talk About Subi newsletter.
• Write and coordinate the City's regular (fortnightly) newspaper advertorial.
• Review and approve City branding on publications (include third party publications).

To be successful in this role you will have:

• At least two years' experience in a communications/public relations role
• Completed or studying towards an appropriate qualification.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement and maintain innovative communications plans and strategies.
• Excellent written communication skills within the context of public relations, with demonstrated ability to prepare a wide range of communications content for a diverse range of audiences and mediums.
• Sound project management skills.
• Advanced ability to use corporate computer systems and content management systems.
• Highly developed and proven interpersonal, organisational and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to produce high quality work within tight timeframes.

What the City of Subiaco can offer you: 

Your health and safety and well-being are our priority. We offer great benefits to help you achieve work-life balance and we're committed to equal opportunity employment.

• Up to five weeks of annual leave
• Rostered days off
• Sustainable travel allowance or a parking permit
• Free membership to Lords Recreation Centre
• Health Insurance Corporate Membership discounts
• Flexible working arrangements
• Superannuation co-contributions
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Social Club
• Novated lease and salary packaging options
• Learning and development options
• Paid study leave and tuition assistance
• Health assessments 

See what other benefits the City can offer you here: https://www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/your-council/who-we-are-en/working-here/benefits

Salary Range: $91,880 - $99,230 per annum, plus 11% employer superannuation and additional co-contribution to your superannuation.

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity and are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, and treated fairly with respect. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage all applications, as part of a diverse and inclusive workforce. 

To apply:

Please follow the on-screen prompts to complete and submit your application. Provide you current CV and a cover letter telling us how you meet the requirements listed above. In order for your application to be taken into consideration, it must be submitted via the City of Subiaco recruitment platform.

Enquiries to Tomi - Acting Manager Communications and Engagement at *****@subiaco.wa.gov.au

If you would like to receive a full PDF copy of the position description, please send your request to ***********@subiaco.wa.gov.au, referencing this position title.

The estimated closure date is 4 March 2024 but we reserve the right to close the advertisement before this date. 

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.