City of Port Phillip
Communications Officer - Summer Management
Job Location
Geelong, Australia
Job Description
Communications Officer - Summer Management
Salary Range Band 6 $95,799 - $104,420 plus 11.5% Super
Full time fixed term contract position until May 2025
Located at St Kilda Town Hall with flexible working arrangements available
About City of Port Phillip
We are a vibrant and diverse inner-city council stretching 20kms from South to Port Melbourne along the stunning bay beaches down to Elwood and out to St Kilda East with around 1000 people who all work together to deliver more than 100 programs and services to our engaged community of residents, businesses and visitors. What does that mean? Think, childcare, libraries, parks, recreation, waste rubbish collection, road maintenance, family and youth services, property & assets, city planning & development, customer experience, digital technology, governance, people, culture and safety, and of course South Melbourne Market! City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation.
What’s the role all about
This role is a key member of our dynamic, creative, and high-performing Communications and Brand team. It is focussed on the Summer Management Program and key Emergency Management initiatives for the upcoming summer season to ensure that our beaches and parks remain safe and accessible for the community during the busy summer months. We are looking for an exceptional written communicator who is a team player and thrives in a collaborative environment.
Fixed term opportunity until May 2025.
What you might do
Develop and deliver a Summer Management Communications Plan to inform and engage our diverse audiences about summer safety and activities.
Act as the primary communications liaison for all stakeholders involved in the Summer Management campaign, coordinating all related communications activities.
Create and implement impactful communications content across various platforms, including newsletters, brochures, posters, websites, social media, and outdoor signage.
Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to produce engaging written and visual content that resonates with our community.
Who we are looking for
Proven expertise in communications strategy and implementation.
Strong writing skills with the ability to create content for varied audiences.
Experience in planning and executing communication campaigns across multiple channels.
Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management abilities.
Ability to work flexibly, effectively, and cooperatively as part of a cohesive team in a changing, demanding, fast-paced and complex work environment.
Our work environment
We love what we do and are all proud to work at the City of Port Phillip. Yes, we are local council, and we are one with vibrancy, passion and ambition who are a welcoming, health conscious, diverse and inclusive. Our Main location at the iconic St Kilda Town Hall offers a heritage and modern open plan hub to work from where people can collaborate and develop both professionally and personally whilst planning and delivering a range of important services and programs to the community.
Proudly as one we all work together, and grow together, thinking creatively and strategically with courage, integrity, and accountability to put our community first.
What’s in it for you
We offer a hybrid working model with our core setup being 50-60% in the office depending on team requirements and welcome further conversation to meet your working style and needs
Be supported and empowered to be your best by a passionate leadership team that encourages collaboration and innovation
Discounted fitness membership with access to over 260+ gyms, pools, group classes and facilities across Melbourne for you and your family!
Our work hubs are located close to our very own Child Care centres making accessing childcare a breeze!
Career development opportunities within your team and/or across council plus a great study assistance allowance of up to $4000 per year per person and 6 hours per week study leave (on approved courses only)
Flexible working conditions, an active social club, supportive health and wellbeing program, and a well- regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Our very own Pride Network, that helps create an environment where each and every person can feel safe, welcomed, seen, and supported to bring their whole selves to work
20 weeks paid parental leave and our pioneering 24 weeks paid leave for single parents
Access to novated leasing and salary sacrificed technology
Security Requirements and Professional Obligations
Pre-employment screening will apply to all appointments.
Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide:
Evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences,
Sufficient proof of their right to work in Australia, and
Sufficient proof of their identity.
Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip’s Provider.
Evidence of a Working with Children Check (employee type with City of Port Phillip registered as the organisation).
So, what’s next?
Hit that APPLY button now!
Whether you think you meet all the requirements or not, we strongly encourage you to apply, as we take a holistic approach to considering your skills, life experience, and alignment to our key selection criteria. You’ve got this!
Please submit;
Resume – latest and detailed version
Cover letter no longer than 2 pages that captures your response to the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) found on the Positions Description (PD).
Note: Only applications submitted via the online Recruitment Portal will be considered.
For further information please contact Liz McDevitt, Communications Lead on phone 03 8563 7453 or via email at Liz.McDevitt@portphillip.vic.gov.au
Applications close 11.59pm Monday 18 November 2024
The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued. We actively welcome and encourage candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nation and Torres Strait Islander candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and candidates with a disability.
If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact Shane Turner (Recruitment Advisor) on phone 0421 757 521 or email: recruitment@portphillip.vic.gov.au
PD Communications Officer Summer Management November 2024.pdf
Location: Geelong, AU
Posted Date: 11/5/2024
Salary Range Band 6 $95,799 - $104,420 plus 11.5% Super
Full time fixed term contract position until May 2025
Located at St Kilda Town Hall with flexible working arrangements available
About City of Port Phillip
We are a vibrant and diverse inner-city council stretching 20kms from South to Port Melbourne along the stunning bay beaches down to Elwood and out to St Kilda East with around 1000 people who all work together to deliver more than 100 programs and services to our engaged community of residents, businesses and visitors. What does that mean? Think, childcare, libraries, parks, recreation, waste rubbish collection, road maintenance, family and youth services, property & assets, city planning & development, customer experience, digital technology, governance, people, culture and safety, and of course South Melbourne Market! City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation.
What’s the role all about
This role is a key member of our dynamic, creative, and high-performing Communications and Brand team. It is focussed on the Summer Management Program and key Emergency Management initiatives for the upcoming summer season to ensure that our beaches and parks remain safe and accessible for the community during the busy summer months. We are looking for an exceptional written communicator who is a team player and thrives in a collaborative environment.
Fixed term opportunity until May 2025.
What you might do
Develop and deliver a Summer Management Communications Plan to inform and engage our diverse audiences about summer safety and activities.
Act as the primary communications liaison for all stakeholders involved in the Summer Management campaign, coordinating all related communications activities.
Create and implement impactful communications content across various platforms, including newsletters, brochures, posters, websites, social media, and outdoor signage.
Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to produce engaging written and visual content that resonates with our community.
Who we are looking for
Proven expertise in communications strategy and implementation.
Strong writing skills with the ability to create content for varied audiences.
Experience in planning and executing communication campaigns across multiple channels.
Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management abilities.
Ability to work flexibly, effectively, and cooperatively as part of a cohesive team in a changing, demanding, fast-paced and complex work environment.
Our work environment
We love what we do and are all proud to work at the City of Port Phillip. Yes, we are local council, and we are one with vibrancy, passion and ambition who are a welcoming, health conscious, diverse and inclusive. Our Main location at the iconic St Kilda Town Hall offers a heritage and modern open plan hub to work from where people can collaborate and develop both professionally and personally whilst planning and delivering a range of important services and programs to the community.
Proudly as one we all work together, and grow together, thinking creatively and strategically with courage, integrity, and accountability to put our community first.
What’s in it for you
We offer a hybrid working model with our core setup being 50-60% in the office depending on team requirements and welcome further conversation to meet your working style and needs
Be supported and empowered to be your best by a passionate leadership team that encourages collaboration and innovation
Discounted fitness membership with access to over 260+ gyms, pools, group classes and facilities across Melbourne for you and your family!
Our work hubs are located close to our very own Child Care centres making accessing childcare a breeze!
Career development opportunities within your team and/or across council plus a great study assistance allowance of up to $4000 per year per person and 6 hours per week study leave (on approved courses only)
Flexible working conditions, an active social club, supportive health and wellbeing program, and a well- regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Our very own Pride Network, that helps create an environment where each and every person can feel safe, welcomed, seen, and supported to bring their whole selves to work
20 weeks paid parental leave and our pioneering 24 weeks paid leave for single parents
Access to novated leasing and salary sacrificed technology
Security Requirements and Professional Obligations
Pre-employment screening will apply to all appointments.
Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide:
Evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences,
Sufficient proof of their right to work in Australia, and
Sufficient proof of their identity.
Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip’s Provider.
Evidence of a Working with Children Check (employee type with City of Port Phillip registered as the organisation).
So, what’s next?
Hit that APPLY button now!
Whether you think you meet all the requirements or not, we strongly encourage you to apply, as we take a holistic approach to considering your skills, life experience, and alignment to our key selection criteria. You’ve got this!
Please submit;
Resume – latest and detailed version
Cover letter no longer than 2 pages that captures your response to the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) found on the Positions Description (PD).
Note: Only applications submitted via the online Recruitment Portal will be considered.
For further information please contact Liz McDevitt, Communications Lead on phone 03 8563 7453 or via email at Liz.McDevitt@portphillip.vic.gov.au
Applications close 11.59pm Monday 18 November 2024
The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued. We actively welcome and encourage candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nation and Torres Strait Islander candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and candidates with a disability.
If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact Shane Turner (Recruitment Advisor) on phone 0421 757 521 or email: recruitment@portphillip.vic.gov.au
PD Communications Officer Summer Management November 2024.pdf
Location: Geelong, AU
Posted Date: 11/5/2024
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