Senior Manager Corporate Communications
Why work with us?
We are a dynamic agency responsible for ensuring that the state’s water resources and environment are healthy and able to support our growing state.
Combining expertise in water and environmental resources and regulation, we provide a ‘one stop shop’ for industry partners, as well as providing valuable service to Western Australia’s community, economy and environment through the delivery of projects such as; the lightweight plastic ban, container deposit scheme, waste avoidance and resource recovery, sustainable management of the Gnangara groundwater system and Fitzroy River Catchment, and the protection of Aboriginal heritage through the Murujuga rock art strategy.
Our role also sees us support the Waste Authority, Environmental Protection Authority, Keep Australia Beautiful Council and Cockburn Sound Management Council in delivering key programs and initiatives for our State.
Find out more by visiting our website at www.dwer.wa.gov.au
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In a commitment to attracting and retaining a culturally diverse workforce, we strongly encourage Indigenous Australians, women, youth, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply.
Flexibility is important to DWER and we are committed to helping you reach your potential, both professionally and personally, so that in turn we can achieve ours. Here at DWER we strive to ensure employees can achieve an effective work-life balance.
About the role
We are seeking to establish a pool of suitably qualified applicants for Senior Manager roles within Corporate Communications. The pool will be valid for a period of six (6) months following finalisation of the process and may be used to fill permanent and fixed term, full time and part time opportunities that may arise in this period. Please note, being appointed to the pool does not guarantee you placement to a position.
We currently have one (1) permanent opportunity available for immediate appointment and will be looking to conduct interviews during the week of 14 – 18 December 2020.
The Senior Manager Corporate Communications role leads our Corporate Communications Branch. We are seeking to fill this role – as either:
- a part-time (0.6 FTE) permanent position in a ‘job-share’ arrangement with an existing staff member or;
- a fulltime permanent position.
We currently have an adaptable staff member who can either fulfil the role as a ‘job share’ (and has done so for the past year) or instead fulfil another pivotal role at our department. For that reason we are considering either of the above options for the right candidate.
We are looking for an experienced corporate communications ‘all-rounder’, as the Branch is responsible for everything from strategic communications, issues management, media relations and publishing and production, to digital communications, marketing and campaigns, and internal communications and events. The successful individual for this role will have highly developed strategic communications experience and a strong background leading large, multidisciplinary teams.
How to apply – what we are looking for
- Extensive experience in the development, management and delivery of contemporary communication strategies and plans;
- Experience in the delivery of a broad range of communication services including media management skills; managing publications and production services; internal communication; and digital communications
- Ability to conceptualise, analyse and evaluate information to develop practical solutions and make informed decisions;
- Previous demonstrated experience managing a large high performing branch or teams.
If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the top/bottom of the screen. This will take you through a series of questions and steps.
Your application should be received by 12pm Monday, 7 December 2020 and should include:
- A detailed resume including two referees; and
- A brief covering letter of a maximum three (3) pages that demonstrates your experience, skills and abilities in relation to the four points stated above in the 'What we are looking for' section; and work related requirements listed in the Position Description and which demonstrates your suitability in the context of the role.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia, and proof of entitlement to work is required prior to appointment.
We encourage you to apply online for this vacancy, however if you require reasonable adjustment/s to be made to the recruitment process that will allow you to compete on an equal basis (e.g. disability access, larger font size on written material, alternative method to submit an application etc), please refer to the Applicant Info Pack below for further information, or Human Resources on (08) 6364 7223.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems.If you are an Indigenous Australian who would like assistance with your application, you can contact the Jobs and Skills Centre on 13 64 64.
Further information
Please refer to the Applicant Information Pack and Role Statement as these documents will assist you in preparing your application. If you experience difficulties downloading these documents, please contact Human Resources on (08) 6364 7223.
For further information about this opportunity, please contact Patrick Seares on 6364 6521 or 0407 423 184 (not to be contacted for Applicant Information Packs or assistance with lodging your application).
Please note that, should you be shortlisted, your ability to meet the other work-related requirements will be assessed through future stages of the recruitment process.
If you experience difficulties lodging your application online please contact recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au prior to the closing date. Please note this email account is not to be used for the submission of applications.
CLOSING DATE: 12pm Monday, 7 December 2020.
