Communications Advisor
Job No:
JPR1995
Location:
Balcatta
About Juniper:
At Juniper we are proud to be one of Western Australia's biggest local aged care providers, championing individualised care that keeps our customers connected to the people, passions and places they have always loved. Right across the state, we are committed to exceptional care, accommodation, and support services for older Western Australians.
About the role:
We are seeking a Communications Advisor to join the Marketing and Communications team at our Juniper Central office on a permanent full-time basis.
In this role you will be required to create engaging content that can be shared to both internal and external stakeholders that aligns to the Juniper brand. This content will be shared across a wide range of channels including, digital, print and video. You will also create communications for Juniper’s many projects and announcements. This is a varied role suited to a person that enjoys storytelling and writing in many formats and styles. We are looking for a person that shares our core values and can build strong relationships with the Juniper community; our staff, volunteers, clients, residents and family members.
You will be joining a creative and dynamic marketing and communications team responsible for the Juniper Brand. If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we encourage you to apply and look forward to reviewing your application.
This is a permanent full-time position working 37.5 hours per week during business hours primarily at Juniper Central with some travel to metropolitan sites as required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Internal and external communications plan, development and management
- Public relations management
- Media management
- Budget management
- Brand marketing support
Key requirements:
- Current Tertiary qualifications in public relations, communications, marketing or a related discipline or significant demonstrated experience
- Understanding of the aged care sector or not‐for‐profit organisations - desirable
- Demonstrated understanding of contemporary communication principles and practices – must include creating communication plans and writing corporate communications
- Understanding of local, state and national news media operations
- Proven experience in a public relations or communications role (strategy and delivery)
- Previous experience in media liaison role; and identifying and optimising media and publicity opportunities
- Demonstrated experience utilising interpersonal skills to engage with key internal and external stakeholders and a strong networking ability
- Demonstrate experience writing for different platforms (including print, digital and social media) and audiences to create high levels of engagement
- Highly developed written communication skills with the ability to research, write, proof-read and edit a diverse range of materials
- Excellent time management skills and a high level of organisational ability
What’s on offer:
- Attractive rate of pay $45-$47.54 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications), plus 11.5% superannuation
- Non-profit values driven Western Australian aged care provider
- All employees have access to Juniperks an online platform that unlocks exclusive retail discounts, employee perks, wellness initiatives and peer acknowledgement
- Salary Packaging up to $18,550 per annum tax free
- Health Insurance discounts
- Employee Assistance Program with free counselling
- Free parking on site
How to apply:
To be considered for this position please submit your application online including a current curriculum vitae and a brief cover letter (of no more than two pages) addressing the key requirements.
Please contact Recruitment Advisor Peta with any enquiries about this position 08 6119 6041.
People of all ages and cultures are encouraged to apply. Shortlisting will commence immediately.