Communications and Engagement Officer
Job No:
MRSC5032
Location:
Kyneton
Permanent Part Time - 68.8 hours per fortnight
$75,981 – $88,322 p.a (pro-rata) plus Super
Position No: 5032
About the role
Ideal for a communications all-rounder who has a way with words, a knack for news, a passion for people and a desire for all things digital, the Communications and Engagement Officer role collaborates with teams across Council to deliver of a range of proactive and reactive communications content. This role also supports the planning and delivery of public consultations, to inform our community and enhance the reputation of Council.
About you
The ideal candidate for this role would have strong verbal and written communications skills; be adept at juggling and rearranging competing priorities on the go; and have a solid strategic radar in being able to identify potentially positive communications opportunities, or to be able to guide on a communications approach to address potentially challenging reputational risks. We're after someone who is adept in the increasingly digital communications environment, or who who is otherwise eager and quick to learn the different communications tools we utilise.
Working at Macedon Ranges Shire Council
At Macedon Ranges Shire Council, we’re passionate about building a thriving workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. You’ll work together alongside supportive and collaborative colleagues who share our values of honesty, accountability and innovation. We champion a culture of belonging through a variety of workplace flexibility options, and calendar of wellbeing, diversity and inclusion related programs and initiatives.
Staff Benefits
- Discount on memberships at Council gym and pool facilities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Annual no cost flu vaccinations
- Employee Assistance Program
- Purchased leave
- Opportunities for training and career development
- Access to hundreds of exclusive workplace benefits via our Employee Benefits platform
For further information contact Bodey Dittloff, Coordinator Communications at bdittloff@mrsc.vic.gov.au or on 0491 942 377.
Interviews are expected to be held from the week of 18 November 2024.
Closing date: 8 November 2024 at 5:00pm.
To apply please click below and follow the prompts. Please have a copy of your current Resume, responses to Selection Criteria for the role and a Cover letter ready to attach.