Senior Corporate Communications Coordinator

THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE ATMIDDAY ON MONDAY, 29 JANUARY 2024

Job Description
This position supports the management of the corporate communication and media relations functions for the Rottnest Island Authority. The role supports the organisation with internal and external communications.

Selection Criteria

The following selection criteria is provided for information purposes only. In applying for this position, applicants should refer to the ‘Application Instructions’ section of this advertisement.
Essential

1. Demonstrate experience in the delivery of Corporate Communications services including corporate brand and reputation (issues) management, and strategic communication plans.

2. Significant communication and engagement experience with expertise in delivering project engagement and communications activities.

3. Demonstrated, highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write fluently and persuasively in a range of styles and formats.

4. Experience in project management to deliver project outcomes across several concurrent projects.

5. Demonstrated, well developed organisational and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet concurrent deadlines.

Desirable

1. Behaviour that reflects Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

2. Experience with digital platforms including content management systems, social media publishing and email platforms.

3. Relevant tertiary qualifications in marketing and/or communications related field.

Note: The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.

For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to attached Job Description below. The documents attached to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.

Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status.

Relocation Costs: A proportion of relocation costs may be covered at the discretion of the RIA.

For Further Job-Related Information: Please contact Ms Erin Gallagher on 0419 942 278, or further information about the Rottnest Island Authority, please visit https://ria.wa.gov.au/.

Application Instructions:

To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:

• A covering letter.

• A written response addressing the essential criteria 1, 2, 3 & 5 (in no more than three (3) pages). Note: These instructions differ from the instructions in the Job Description Form.

• A current resume.

To ensure that you submit the required and appropriate information in your application, please read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.

No late or proforma applications will be accepted.

A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

Substantive Equality Statement

Rottnest Island Authority supports and values diversity and aims to build a workforce that is representative of the community we live in. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse background and people with disability. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

For adjustments required in the recruitment process, please contact the selection panel convenor.

Similar appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.