We aim to connect and empower communities, conserve WA's unique flora and celebrate local identity. Immerse yourself in world-recognised botanic gardens, parklands and urban bushlands.
THIS IS A FIXED-TERM (MATERNITY LEAVE COVER - UNTIL 30 JUNE 2027),
FULL-TIME POSITION (WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY)
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 5 MAY 2026
Job Description
The Senior Communications and Marketing Officer assists the Communications and Marketing Manager in developing and delivering communications strategies to enhance BGPA’s brand presence, reputation, and community engagement. This role will work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather information, craft key messages, and ensure consistent brand representation. This role requires the ability to work independently as well as a combination of creative thinking, strong and diverse communication skills and technical proficiency to effectively engage and connect with audiences.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following criteria. These should be addressed in no more than two (2) pages in total.
- A minimum of four years of experience in a similar role and a tertiary qualification in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or an equivalent field.
- Demonstrated experience in supporting the implementation of internal and external communications plans, delivering strategic communications support, and media management.
- Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills including the demonstrated ability to proof, edit and write content for websites, newsletters, publications and other media, communicating information in a clear and effective manner relevant to the target audience.
- Intermediate knowledge of Adobe Suite including Photoshop, InDesign and Premiere Pro to complete tasks and responsibilities.
- Demonstrated high level of interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to organise effectively and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
About Us
We are a statutory authority of the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.
For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) is an attractive proposition, please visit our website.
Benefits of working with us
In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:
- Flexible working arrangements.
- 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
- 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
- Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
- Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
- A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
- Well-established learning and development programs.
How to apply:
All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:
- a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than two (2) pages).
- current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.
For further job-related information: contact Emily Denham on (08) 9480 3688 or for further information about the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, visit https://www.bgpa.wa.gov.au/.
We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the values of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below. The documents linked 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. To be eligible for contract employment, it is essential to have a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract. Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.
Substantive Equality Statement
Your interest in employment opportunities at BGPA is welcomed. BGPA actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people in our workplace. We encourage all people, including those with disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for vacant positions. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au. Do not send applications to this email; they will not be accepted.
If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.
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.
