Department: Corporate Services
Location: Kalgoorlie, WA
Employment Type: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Starting from $70,000 per annum + superannuation, depending on qualifications and experience

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply

About the Role

We are seeking a creative, organised and highly motivated Communications & Publications Officer to join our Corporate Services team.

The Communications & Publications Officer is responsible for delivering effective communication and publication activities that support the needs and objectives of Bega Garnbirringu.

The position will facilitate, develop, implement and review communication strategies designed to strengthen organisational communication, promote Bega Garnbirringu's services and improve community engagement.

The role will coordinate a range of written, digital and visual communications, including newsletters, staff communications, annual reports, e-bulletins, educational and promotional materials, website content, social media and media-related materials.

The Communications & Publications Officer will also provide administrative support to Management as required and act as the first point of contact for communications and media enquiries, ensuring all external and internal communications are consistent with the organisation's communication strategy, values and brand.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, edit and publish high-quality written and digital communications for a range of audiences.
- Coordinate Bega Garnbirringu's quarterly newsletters, staff newsletters, annual report, monthly e-bulletins and other publications.
- Develop engaging educational, promotional and community information materials.
- Create and maintain website and social media content in accordance with organisational guidelines.
- Coordinate communications and media enquiries and ensure appropriate responses are provided.
- Support the development of media releases, promotional material, presentations and other communications.




- Capture and edit photographs and other visual content for organisational use.
- Ensure communications are accurate, engaging, culturally appropriate and consistent with Bega Garnbirringu's branding.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate and provide guidance to a small communications team where required.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of Bega Garnbirringu's communication and community engagement activities.

Benefits and Salary Packaging

Bega Garnbirringu offers a range of benefits to support our employees, including:

- Above-award pay rates.
- 17.5% annual leave loading.
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free, subject to eligibility.
- Paid end-of-year business closure leave, subject to organisational conditions.
- Long Service Leave after seven years.
- Professional development and leadership opportunities.
- Health and wellbeing subsidy of up to $600 per year after 6 months employment.
- Supportive, culturally secure and flexible working environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of the Aboriginal community.

Aboriginal Employment Statement

Bega Garnbirringu is committed to increasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment and creating a culturally safe and inclusive workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

We value the knowledge, experience and cultural expertise that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees bring to our organisation and the communities we serve.

Application Process

To apply, please submit:

- A current resume/CV outlining your qualifications, skills and relevant experience.
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the Communication & Publications Officer and your interest in working with Bega Garnbirringu.

Applications should be submitted through the nominated recruitment platform

For further information regarding the position, please contact Bega Garnbirringu.

Only those applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted .

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