The Role:
This is a senior role within the Department of Health (DoH) Communications team requiring advanced knowledge and experience of media and communications and the ability to lead activities which have a positive effect on organisational outcomes and strategic objectives within and beyond the team.
The Senior Communications Officer plays a key role in the development, delivery and evaluation of internal and external communications for DoH, including pro-active and reactive media, communications strategies, stakeholder relations and issues management.
- Develop, lead, implement and evaluate internal and external communications strategies in support of the Agency’s and the Government’s policies, projects and initiatives for health.
- Provide specialist advice to Senior Executives, Managers and colleagues on strategic and operational media and communications matters.
- Plan and execute a range of events, including the preparation of written material such as speeches, briefing papers and backgrounders.
- While office based, some intra and interstate travel may be required
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
The Team:
The Strategic Communications Team sits as part of the Office of the Secretary and is responsible for managing the Department of Health’s corporate image, public profile, internal and external communication channels, including social media. Our role is to ensure the voice of the Department of Health is heard; that DoH projects are visible, and that all communications are effective.
This includes providing overarching strategic guidance and advice, managing all media, public relations, social media activities, and ensuring consistency and alignment with the Department of Health’s strategic aims, goals, and priorities. We do this to deliver excellence in healthcare and achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.
Details of appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker (with on-call), working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $95,393 to $100,067 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
Allowances:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Other Allowances:
- Correctional allowance of 6.5%
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
- Working with Vulnerable People registration
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Darren Nugent
Position: Manager, Strategic Communications
Phone number: 0477 176 958
Email address: Darren.nugent@health.tas.gov.au
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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.