Communications Lead
We are currently seeking a Communications Lead to join our Community Relations team based in Jandakot. Reporting to the Communications and Marketing Manager, this 0.6FTE (22.8hrs per week) role is responsible for planning and executing strategies, campaigns, initiatives and projects to enhance community understanding and support for our organisation.
About you
Extensive experience in strategic communications and marketing across a range of settings
Demonstrated leadership skills which reflect RFDS WO Values, as well as ability to provide strategic advice at a senior level
Proven experience in effective media liaison and issues management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver high quality content tailored to target audiences across multiple channels
Multimedia skills such as videography, photography and basic design capability
Understanding of media monitoring, website CMS and social media tools
Degree qualification in a relevant discipline (eg communications, public relations, marketing) and significant relevant experience
About the role
Lead external communication functions and develop and deliver the Communications and Marketing strategy in conjunction with the Communications and Marketing Manager
Protect and enhance reputation and awareness of RFDS WO through excellent communication and connection with audiences
Provide strategic advice at a senior level for critical incidents, issues management, marketing and brand strategy, corporate communications and engagement, media management, events and internal communications
Lead content creation including video, photography, articles, interviews and other assets to meet the needs of Community Relations and the wider organisation
Supervise the Marketing and Communications Coordinator to manage and monitor website and social media channels
Benefits
Permanent, part-time role
Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum for everyday expenses and up to $2,650 per annum on meals and entertainment expenses
Novated Lease options
Workplace culture of teamwork and collaboration
About Us
The mission of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Western Operations) is to provide excellence in aeromedical and primary health care across Western Australia. Every member of the RFDS WO team contributes to that mission and living our values of showing respect, demonstrating fairness, utilising diversity and being safe. Every year, the RFDS WO provides urgent retrieval for about 10,000 patients in regional WA. A further 10,000 appointments are provided in primary healthcare clinics in remote communities, including GP, nurse, dental and mental health care. RFDS crews are committed to providing the finest care to the furthest corners of the State, using the highest standards of clinical care, aviation safety and technology to make a difference to people living and working across WA – the largest and most remote health jurisdiction in the world.
The RFDS in WA operates five bases in Perth, Broome, Port Hedland, Kalgoorlie and Meekatharra. Our 24/7 operations centre at Jandakot Airport coordinates complex logistics for patient retrievals and clinics across the State. We work in partnership with government, business and the community, and are proud to work on Country with Aboriginal medical services and many local service providers.
Submit your resume and cover letter now.
RFDSWO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply. Please note applicants require the right to work in Australia.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
