Communications Officer

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Australia Council to Homeless Persons Full time

About the role

CHP is the peak Victorian body representing organisations and individuals with a commitment to ending homelessness. CHP works to achieve this purpose through providing leadership in policy development, advocacy, capacity building and working in partnership with people who are or who have been without a home.

Join Council to Homeless Persons (CHP) as a Communications Officer and play a pivotal role in driving impactful communications. Influence policy change, raise awareness about homelessness, market CHP’s services, and connect with members and service users. If you have a knack for impactful storytelling, strong digital skills, and strategic mindset, please apply.

About the role:
The Communications Officer is responsible for maintaining and continually improving Council to Homeless Persons communications to members and supporters, influencing public and social media discourse on homelessness as well as maintaining CHP’s online presence. The Officer has a lead role in supporting CHP to deliver effective, targeted, accurate and credible communications that
- Strengthen CHP capacity to engage with supporters and influence policy change
- Raise the profile of the need and strategies to end homelessness across CHP’s multiple communications platforms and through strategic use of the media
- Promote CHP services and capability building activities, including its learning hub, practice guidelines and resources and consumer programs
- Connect with CHP’s members, prospective members and consumers

Selection Criteria
- Qualifications_
- Satisfactory Police Check
- Current Working with Children Check
- Tertiary qualification in digital communications, public relations, or a related field
- _Experience_
- Ability to develop communications materials, including written, graphic, audio and visual content
- Ability to proactively and sensitively engage with and provide support to people with lived experience who are sharing their stories as ‘case studies’
- Ability to monitor industry communications trends and performance and use that information to continuously improve an agency’s communications activities and approach
- Previous experience in digital communications, publications, campaigns or other communications roles
- (Desirable) Previous experience in working in communications roles in the community sector
- (Desirable) Experience planning and managing campaign activities
- _Capabilities_
- Ability to work independently and flexibly, and show initiative to consult/collaborate with others as needed, to deliver engaging, relevant and impactful communications
- Strong prioritisation and time management skills
- (Desirable) Knowledge of issues relating to homelessness in Australia
- Police and Working with Children Checks will be required prior to commencing employment._

PBA3

Profession: #Marketing_Media_and_Communications

Sector: #Homelessness_and_Affordable_Housing



  • Melbourne, Australia Peninsula Health Full time

    Location: Melbourne | Southern Metropolitan Job type: Full time Organisation: Peninsula Health **Salary**: Salary not specified Occupation: Administration/Secretarial Reference: 33458 **- Join our dynamic, supportive communications team where you will be given the opportunity to produce content for a range of platforms and work with key stakeholders to...


  • Melbourne, Australia Yarra City Council Full time

    **Communications Officer** **Temporary (12 months) Full Time** **Band 5 $76,910.62- $89,109.02 + super + monthly RDO** Are you a communications specialist looking to make a positive difference in a varied and exciting role? The successful applicant will be working closely with our Internal Communications Advisor to develop content (visual and written),...


  • Melbourne, Australia HOBAN Recruitment Full time

    Be a part of a Local Council as a Communications and Engagement Officer - Community (Sales and Marketing), you will be responsible for the planning and implementation of communications and engagement plans and activities that support a range of Council services and campaigns, including for our Community Services and Integrated Planning teams. **Requirements...


  • Melbourne, Australia Charterhouse Full time

    Local Council writing their internal communications for 4 months, joining a team of 6 $45 - $55 per hour Location - south eastern suburbs Melbourne - **4 month contract opportunity - write speeches & create content**: - **Local Government authority - south east location**: - **Join a creative and supportive communications team** A local government...


  • Melbourne, Australia Charterhouse Full time

    **Online Summary**: Local Council writing their internal communications for 4 months, joining a team of 6 $45 - $55 per hour Location - south eastern suburbs Melbourne - **4 month contract opportunity - write speeches & create content**: - **Local Government authority - south east location**: - **Join a creative and supportive communications team** A...


  • Melbourne, Australia Talent International Full time

    australia melbourne permanent fun & dynamic team | asap startThis leading University are seeking a Project & Communications Officer to provides high-quality project administration and support to a key Portfolio. Your brand-new role required to support the design and development of project reporting packs, translating complex information into digestible,...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    THE ROLE The Communication Officer contributes to the development, delivery and evaluation of the department's communication strategies and activities including the production of printed and online materials, multimedia and events. Reporting to the Manager, Veterans, Carers, Volunteers and Inclusive Communities, the Communications Officer is a key member of...


  • Melbourne, Australia Catholic Education Commission of Victoria Full time

    **Position Description **Digital Communications Officer** **Strategy and Engagement **A** **bout Victoria Catholic Education Authority (VCEA)** VCEA is the peak body for Catholic school education in Victoria. Established in 1973 by the Archbishop of Melbourne and the Bishops of the Balla**_ _**rat, Sale, and Sandhurst dioceses,**_ _**it was incorporated in...


  • Melbourne, Australia Djirra Full time

    About the role - Ongoing, part time position (0.8FTE or 0.9FTE) or fulltime for the right applicant - Convenient inner-city location - near Smith Street cafe precinct - Exciting new role - make it your own! Reporting to the Manager, Policy and Advocacy, the Communications and Media Officer is responsible for developing and delivering creative communications...


  • Melbourne, Australia HOBAN Recruitment Full time

    **Communications and Change Officer - APS6 Level** **About our client**: Our client is an independent statutory agency responsible for implementing a national disability support system. They prioritize inclusivity and diversity, welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds. Guided by a strategic plan, they aim to empower people with disabilities to...


  • Melbourne, Australia Djirra Full time

    About the role - Ongoing, part time position (0.8FTE or 0.9FTE) or fulltime for the right applicant - Convenient inner-city location - near Smith Street cafe precinct - Exciting new role - make it your own! Reporting to the Manager, Policy and Advocacy in the Policy and Advocacy team, this new role is responsible for the management and governance of...

  • Electorate Officer

    4 days ago


    Melbourne, Australia Parliament of Victoria Full time

    Electorate Officer - Digital and Communications Officer (Grade 2) Ryan Batchelor, Member for Southern Metropolitan About the Role Electorate Officers play an important role in providing services to the Victorian community. Reporting to Ryan Batchelor, Member for Southern Metropolitan, your work will require a high degree of trust and integrity....


  • Melbourne, Australia Peoplebank Full time

    Location: - Melbourne- Job Type: - Contract- Posted: - about 3 hours ago- Contact: - Neelam Lata- Discipline: - General IT - Reference: - 255245**About the Company** We are currently recruiting for a Junior Communications Officer to work within a dynamic team environment within a Federal Governance Agency. **About the role** **Responsibilities** -...


  • Melbourne, Australia Public Sector People Full time

    Local Government opportunity - $45 p/hr plus super - Temporary contract until 12th April 2024 **Public Sector People are working with a local council in the Western suburbs to recruit a Community Recreation Officer.** **Responsibilities will include but not limited to**: - Day to day liaison with recreation clubs and committees and organising seasonal...


  • Melbourne, Australia Yarra City Council Full time

    **Internal Communications Officer** **Temporary (12 months) Full Time** **Band 5 $76,910.62 + super + monthly RDO** Are you an internal communications specialist looking to make a positive difference in a varied and exciting role? Do you have experience in engaging a diverse staff team and creating attention grabbing content? The successful applicant will...


  • Melbourne, Australia Talent International Full time

    australia melbourne contract negotiable**The client** Our client is a government organisation based in Melbourne’s inner east. They have a great opportunity for an administration assistant with experience in supporting a communications or marketing team to join as a Communications Support Officer. - Part time 3 days per week role, Malvern location - 12...


  • Melbourne, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full time

    Location: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time / 12 months Organisation: Department of Justice and Community Safety **Salary**: $91,418 - $103,725 Occupation: Communications, Marketing and Media Reference: VG/D01677JUN23 The Victorian Public Advocate is empowered by law to promote and safeguard the rights and interests of people with disability. The...


  • Melbourne, Australia Australian Bureau of Meteorology Full time

    APS Level 6, Ongoing - $84,670 - $96,267 + 15.4% super - Melbourne **Australia is regularly affected by severe weather events. These events are growing in frequency and severity, leading to increased economic impact, vulnerability and potential magnitude of harm. To address this, the Bureau of Meteorology is undergoing a significant transformation to...


  • Melbourne Northern Suburbs, Australia Indigenous Workstars Full time

    **About us** **We're a Melbourne based, Australian owned-and-operated Internet Service Provider that provides residential internet and phone connections Australia-wide, with a focus on regional and remote Australian connections. We offer the full range of nbn products including Fibre, Fixed Wireless and Satellite services. This hybrid role will involve a...


  • Melbourne City Centre, Australia IPA Personnel Services Full time

    Events and Communications officer - 10 - 12 weeks temporary position - Between $50-60 per hour + Super - Working for a leading University Working for Australia's leading university, our client likes to give a distinctive Melbourne experience and help students become well-rounded, thoughtful, and skilled professionals, making a positive impact across the...