This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment
for twelve (12) months with the possibility of extension(s) and/or
permanency.
Position Profile: The Public
Relations Officer develops and supports the delivery of public
relations, events and integrated communication services and
products to WACHS and its sites. The role liaises and collaborates
with stakeholders to develop and coordinate information materials
and content across all platforms and develop, deliver and
coordinate a range of media activities including preparation of
responses to media enquiries, media releases and preparation of
ministerial responses. The position also identifies and provides
support for public relations opportunities and coordinates and
supports delivery of WACHS and site-based events.
Eligibility to Apply: To be
eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa
(for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen,
permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in
Australia (for permanent appointments).
Other
Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust
and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to
undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as
part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal
record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required
to undertake a working with children check (if required for the
role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees
to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical
behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not
necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part
of the appointment process.
Please note this recruitment process requires
completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).
Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is
conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform
the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA
will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see
the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to
fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar"
vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this,
should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised
vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected
from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period
of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses
the recruitment decision.
About WACHS:
WACHS is the largest country health system in Australia and one of
the biggest in the world, providing health services to
approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal
people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area.
The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of
public hospitals, health services and health centres located across
rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the
provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA
residents and visitors.
Employee
Benefits: In addition to the great salary our
employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in
line with operational requirements):
- 12% employer contributed
superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further
information on superannuation
click here
- Access to generous salary
packaging arrangements
- Professional Development
Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working
arrangements
- Flexible leave
arrangements
- Other professional and
location based allowances
Selection
Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description
Form (JDF) to review the Work
Related Requirements to be addressed in your
application.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and
inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and
empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique
perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us
in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve
equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity
Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a
disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and
linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of
age and under).
For Further Job Related
Information: We encourage you to contact Chiara Fragomeni on 0428 268
417.
If you experience difficulties while applying
online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate
assistance during business hours.
Application
Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply
online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
It is preferable for your referee
to be a current supervisor or manager.
Applicants are advised to write a
statement addressing the Work Related Requirements listed in the
attached JDF in no more than 2-3 pages, and provide a detailed
curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are
able to meet the position requirements.
These documents should be complete and ready
to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow
sufficient time to complete the online application process as you
will be required to answer various questions and attach your
documentation.
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE
CONSIDERED
