Senior Communications Officer

Selection Criteria

1. High-level written, editing and proofing skills, including writing for different communication channels.
2. Demonstrated ability to translate complex information into plain English for a range of internal and external audiences, including the media and health consumers.
3. Strong organisational and time management skills, with demonstrated ability to work on a range of ongoing projects and manage competing demands, develop innovative solutions and make sound decisions in order to meet deadlines.
4. Demonstrated media liaison experience, either as a journalist or working in a communications team. The ability to provide media training and supporting materials.
5. Demonstrated experience in generating media opportunities, including awareness of emerging trends within the health and government sectors.
6. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with staff, stakeholders, including the general community, healthcare professional and government groups, and the media, to achieve communication outcomes.
7. Strong self motivation with demonstrated capacity to work independently and as an effective and productive member of a team.
8. Tertiary qualifications in health or science, communication, public affairs or journalism, or equivalent experience.

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For role related queries or questions contact Michael Cleggett on 0475 946 065

Please note: This position is a temporary position and requires full working rights in Australia for the duration of the assignment. If you currently hold a temporary visa that allows you to live and work in Australia you may be offered employment in line with the conditions of your visa.

Applications Close: Midnight 11 February 2020