Internal Communications Officer - Government sector

Internal Communications Officer opportunity 

• Approx. $50-$55 per hour plus Super dependent on experience
• Assignment duration is up to 4-6 weeks. Immediate Start
• Melbourne CBD location/Working from Home Arrangement

 About the role Statutory Authority seeks an Internal Communications Officer to join them on short-term assignment for a duration of up to a period of 4-6 weeks based in Melbourne CBD. As an Internal Communications Officer, you will develop and deliver communication strategies and campaigns and produces content for a range of internal channels to keep staff informed. Responsibilities and duties Reporting directly to the Internal Communications Manager your key tasks and responsibilities will include: 

• contributing to the development and implementation of internal communication framework, protocols, toolkit and procedures to support business operations and change management initiatives
• Developing and delivering employee communication strategies and campaigns in consultation with relevant branches and teams
• maintaining the intranets central administration by editing and creating content, publishing corporate information, managing and overseeing user access, maintaining branding and design
• proactively working with internal stakeholders to design and deliver staff engagements (virtually and in person), staff presentations and speeches, and strategic communication plans and projects
• providing expertise and advice on internal communication across the business, particularly regarding the use of audience appropriate content and language
• producing, writing and editing internal communication across a variety of communication channels

 Key Selection Criteria The skills and experience you will need to demonstrate include: 

• Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of effective internal and staff engagement initiatives
• Specialised expertise in intranet content management and publishing, preferably in SharePoint, and knowledge of current web standards and trends, including Victorian Government standards and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
• Experience across a range of other communication disciplines, including media liaison, digital engagement, and event management
• Exceptional attention to detail in drafting, editing and proofing written work, and the ability to identify the need for, and use of audience appropriate language

 Qualifications 

• Tertiary Qualifications in communication, journalism or media
• Prior experience within the public sector will be highly regarded

 How to apply Please apply online using the appropriate link below forwarding a copy of your resume highlighting your communications experience, your government experience, and your suitability for the role. Please submit your application to Edgardo Robinson quoting ref. 245130. Please note:

• Applicants with prior public sector experience will be considered only.
• The pay rate offered is inclusive of 25% casual loading.
• The anticipated hours per week are 38 (7.6 hours per day) for this contract.

For all contract and temporary roles, please note the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading

Information :

• Company : Hudson
• Position : Internal Communications Officer - Government sector
• Location : Melbourne VIC
• Country : AU