Are you a creative and innovative person with strong digital technology skills and a commitment to social justice? Do you enjoy using digital media to engage and communicate with a target audience? If so, come and join our team!
About the role
This position plays a key role in supporting the development of Legal Aid WA’s corporate communications, publications, Community Legal Education resources and social media content. You will create innovative digital and online resources, including graphics, animations, videos, photographs and templates for use by Legal Aid across a range of platforms. In addition, you will assist in the management of our website and social media accounts including creating, commenting and scheduling content.
About you
We are looking for someone who is well versed in the use of a variety of multimedia applications, very enthusiastic, creative, organised and results focused, who will maximise LAWA's use of digital communications to better engage with all Western Australians.
About us and what we can offer you
We offer a strong team working environment, the satisfaction of adding value to the community and a range of benefits in line with business requirements, which may include professional development opportunities, flexible working and leave arrangements and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives.
Legal Aid WA is an independent statutory authority funded by the State Government and Commonwealth Governments. We provide services to over 100,000 clients each year in the areas of criminal, family and civil law across Western Australia.
Legal Aid WA is a provider of customer centred services and fosters a culture of inclusion. We appreciate differing viewpoints and cultural diversity and value all perspectives as we strive for excellent customer service through process improvements and innovation.
Please visit www.legalaid.wa.gov.au to find out more about us.
Assessment
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides an overview of the role, along with the selection criteria against which you will be assessed throughout the selection process. Alignment with Legal Aid’s values will also be considered in the panel’s assessment of candidates. Please take time to familiarise yourself with the role prior to applying.
How to Apply
Applications are made online. In addition to the questions being asked in the online application, you should also submit:
- A comprehensive CV (max. 5 pages) that showcases your talents and key achievements relevant to the role; and
- A cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and demonstrating your ability to meet the selection criteria, paying particular attention to the highlighted criteria in the JDF (tip - your written communication skills will also be assessed so be sensible with font and margin sizes);
Click the “Apply for Job” button at bottom of this page to submit your application. APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED VIA www.jobs.wa.gov.au.
Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
Failure to submit the required information may result in the selection panel being unable to fully assess your application.
If you are experiencing any difficulties in applying online, or do not have access to the internet, contact (08) 9261 6258 and quote recruitment ID LA22242.
Further information
Download the documents attached for more information about applying for the position.
If you would like to talk to someone about the job, please contact Katy McDougall, Manager Community Legal Education on tel: (08) 9261 6439 or email katy.mcdougall@legalaid.wa.gov.au.
Appointment to all positions at Legal Aid WA is subject to a satisfactory national criminal history check, integrity and conflict checks, and 100-point identification check.
The Community Care Services Worker (Restrictions on Access) Directions No.3 and the Booster Vaccination (Restrictions on Access) Directions No.2 apply to all Legal Aid Western Australia worksites. To be eligible for appointment you must provide evidence that you are vaccinated against COVID-19.
Substantive Equality
Legal Aid Western Australia is an equal opportunity employer, we recognise the value that people of diverse backgrounds bring to the workforce. We are committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes through the recruitment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disability.
As a measure to achieve equality, sections 51 and 66R of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and/or people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply and to indicate within their application to which diversity group they belong.
Other Conditions
This selection process might also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout our organisation. Alternatively, should the successful candidate decline or vacate the advertised position, the next most suitable candidate may be selected from this process. Both options remain valid for a period of six (6) months (unless otherwise stated) from the completion date of the initial selection process. Should no suitable candidate be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further candidates beyond the closing date.
ATTACHMENTS:
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digital content creator jdf approved may 2022.pdf
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guidelines for job applicants 2021.pdf
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WORK TYPE:
Permanent - Full Time
LOCATION:
Perth
CLOSING DATE:
2022-06-07 9:00 AM
(YYYY-MM-DD)
