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Communications and Media
Public Relations and Marketing
Communications Officer
00031508
Level 4, $81,452 - $85,797 per annum (PSCA 2021)

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE748262

This is an eleven (11) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term ASAP 

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:

  • 10 percent employer contributions to superannuation
  • More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave

The Role and our Branch

The Communications and Media Division is seeking a highly motivated Communications Officer to join the Public Relations and Marketing branch.

We encourage all applicants with diverse professional experiences to apply.

The focus of Public Relations and Marketing is to ensure all activities are designed to enhance the image and reputation of the Department and promote Western Australian Government initiatives in education.

In this role you will contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of communications and marketing strategies, plans, campaigns, and events. As well as providing communication advice and support to business units, regions, and schools.

You will also write, prepare, and edit a range of communications materials for print and online, ensuring that the information published is current and consistent with approved conventions, styles, and guidelines.

Cultural Diversity

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Your written application will be assessed against the following Selection Criteria

1. Demonstrated communications and marketing skills with the ability to contribute to developing and          implementing creative and innovative communications and marketing strategies.
2. Demonstrated well developed interpersonal and oral communication skills, including the ability to             work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders and suppliers.
5. Demonstrated conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills, including the ability to identify                 process improvements and identify solutions.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process. Remaining selection criteria can be found on the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For a full outline of the role responsibilities and selection criteria, please refer to the JDF.

It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

All enquiries are welcomed

Please contact Kath Anthony, Principal Public Relations Coordinator, Public Relations and Marketing by telephoning (08) 9264 4884 or emailing kath.anthony@education.wa.edu.au

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online.  Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow all instructions.  It is recommended you have relevant documents completed and ready to attach with your online application. Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications must be received prior to the closing date and time.

Your application should include:

  • A two (2) page statement addressing the selection criteria listed above, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
  • A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
  • The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please phone (08) 9264 4127.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please phone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.

Eligibility and Training Requirements

Employees will be required to:

  • provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
  • obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance before commencing employment
  • complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
  • obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
  • complete
    • the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
    • training specific to this role required by Department policy; and
    • the Department’s training in Accountability and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment

COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS

Applicants are advised of the recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for various occupations and workforces in WA. Employees working in, or attending school sites are required to be vaccinated in accordance with the policy. More information can be found at Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces (www.wa.gov.au)

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 20 May 2022.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions at, or after, 4:30pm will not be accepted.   

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE 

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our division for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.


ATTACHMENTS: - published jdf - 00031508 - com~arketing - ps l4 - jul 2020(2).pdf


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WORK TYPE:  Fixed Term - Full Time
FTE: 1.0
LOCATION: East Perth
CLOSING DATE: 2022-05-20 4:30 PM
(YYYY-MM-DD)
Position Title
Communications Officer

Agency
Department of Education
Salary
Level 4, $81,452 - $85,797 per annum (PSCA 2021)
Location
East Perth
Unit/Division
Communications and Media
Branch
Public Relations and Marketing
Work Type
Fixed Term - Full Time
Position No.
00031508
Closing Date
2022-05-20 4:30 PM
Position Title
Communications Officer
Branch
Public Relations and Marketing

Location
East Perth
Work Type
Fixed Term - Full Time
Closing Date
2022-05-20 4:30 PM
Salary
Level 4, $81,452 - $85,797 per annum (PSCA 2021)
Agency
Department of Education
Company Information
Description

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE748262

This is an eleven (11) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term ASAP 

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:

  • 10 percent employer contributions to superannuation
  • More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave

The Role and our Branch

The Communications and Media Division is seeking a highly motivated Communications Officer to join the Public Relations and Marketing branch.

We encourage all applicants with diverse professional experiences to apply.

The focus of Public Relations and Marketing is to ensure all activities are designed to enhance the image and reputation of the Department and promote Western Australian Government initiatives in education.

In this role you will contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of communications and marketing strategies, plans, campaigns, and events. As well as providing communication advice and support to business units, regions, and schools.

You will also write, prepare, and edit a range of communications materials for print and online, ensuring that the information published is current and consistent with approved conventions, styles, and guidelines.

Cultural Diversity

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Your written application will be assessed against the following Selection Criteria

1. Demonstrated communications and marketing skills with the ability to contribute to developing and          implementing creative and innovative communications and marketing strategies.
2. Demonstrated well developed interpersonal and oral communication skills, including the ability to             work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders and suppliers.
5. Demonstrated conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills, including the ability to identify                 process improvements and identify solutions.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process. Remaining selection criteria can be found on the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For a full outline of the role responsibilities and selection criteria, please refer to the JDF.

It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

All enquiries are welcomed

Please contact Kath Anthony, Principal Public Relations Coordinator, Public Relations and Marketing by telephoning (08) 9264 4884 or emailing kath.anthony@education.wa.edu.au

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online.  Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow all instructions.  It is recommended you have relevant documents completed and ready to attach with your online application. Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications must be received prior to the closing date and time.

Your application should include:

  • A two (2) page statement addressing the selection criteria listed above, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
  • A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
  • The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please phone (08) 9264 4127.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please phone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.

Eligibility and Training Requirements

Employees will be required to:

  • provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
  • obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance before commencing employment
  • complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
  • obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
  • complete
    • the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
    • training specific to this role required by Department policy; and
    • the Department’s training in Accountability and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment

COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS

Applicants are advised of the recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for various occupations and workforces in WA. Employees working in, or attending school sites are required to be vaccinated in accordance with the policy. More information can be found at Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces (www.wa.gov.au)

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 20 May 2022.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions at, or after, 4:30pm will not be accepted.   

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE 

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our division for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

Attachments
- published jdf - 00031508 - com~arketing - ps l4 - jul 2020(2).pdf


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