Media and Communications Officer

Job Description

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region Salary: Level 4, $92,098 - $96,660 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2024) This is a 9-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency. Here at Safety Bay Senior High School (SHS) our focus is your child and we are dedicated to ensuring they strive to Imagine with all their mind; Believe with all their heart; and to Achieve with all their might. We pride ourselves on diversity, care and respect every day...it is The Safety Bay Way! The Role Our Media and Communications officer (MCO) manages events and produces all materials, promoting our school. The MCO leads the organisation and promotion of school events and activities, produces a range of printed and online publications, edits and sub-edits publications and news media communications to ensure compliance with legislative requirements and Departmental standards. The successful applicant will maintain and update the school’s online presence, by maintaining the social media presence and website to ensure published content is current, informative and celebrates the achievements of the school community. The MCO plays a leading role in developing, implementing and maintaining internal communication policies. They assist school management in ensuring the internal and external communication activities of the school are coordinated and managed effectively and provides advice and support to school management on communication processes, procedures and protocols. Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Eligibility be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit. Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps: Step 1: Select Apply for Job Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager. Step 2: Attach your documents Your application should include: A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position A statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDFDemonstrated skills and experience within a journalism environment, including the ability to use photographic equipment. Demonstrated well developed written communication skills, including the ability to proofread, edit and prepare material for publication in various styles and formats and for a range of audiences. Demonstrated well developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build effective relationships and networks with internal and external customers. Demonstrated well developed research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to think clearly and solve problems autonomously. Demonstrated initiative and well developed organisational skills with the ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment to meet conflicting timeframes. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 7 March 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr