Communications Coordinator

**Communications Coordinator***

**POSITION NUMBER**:
04202

**SALARY**:
Level 4 PSCSAA $87,712 - $92,057 per annum

**About VenuesWest**

At VenuesWest our vision is to be Australia’s leading provider of sport and entertainment venues and precincts. We take pride in owning and/or operating 14 of Western Australia’s major sporting and entertainment venues, including not only the world class Optus Stadium and the iconic RAC Arena, but also HBF Park, HBF Stadium, HBF Arena, Bendat Basketball Centre and Gold Netball Centre.

We play an extremely important role in the lives of Western Australians by offering opportunities for those pursuing elite sport, a range of options for individuals or families choosing to live healthy, active lifestyles and a variety of entertainment experiences for everyone.

**About the Role**

VenuesWest is looking for a confident and pro-active individual with the ability to use their initiative and agile working manner to multi-task and meet deadlines. You will contribute to the planning and implementation of communications programs and strategies.

As the Communications Coordinator you will be researching, writing and editing content for VenuesWest internal and external communications, including preparing presentations, talking points and social media posts.

This is a full time, permanent opportunity. Occasional after hours and weekend work _may_ be required.

Whilst the position will be based at HBF Stadium in Mount Claremont, mobility will be required between the portfolio of facilities.

**What We Offer**

Working with VenuesWest comes with a number of benefits:

- A free membership to our gym and aquatic centres
- Access to staff fitness classes
- Access to free counselling for employees and their immediate families through our Employment Assistance Provider
- Payment for re-qualification for essential qualifications and certifications
- Access to salary packaging arrangements
- A fantastic social club and culture program with lots of activities
- Optical reimbursements for office-based staff (after 12 months employment)
- Annual flu vaccinations
- 50% discount on kid’s programs
- Corporate health insurance discounts
- A comprehensive learning and development program
- Free on-site parking
- Sponsorship for participation in community, sporting and charity events

**About the Person**

For any further **job-related** information please contact Erin Gallagher on (08) 9441 8249.

**Application Instructions**
- copy of your current resume and
- cover letter detailing your skills and experience which demonstrate how you meet the following essential capability in the context of this position:

- _Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in the development and delivery of internal and external communication plans and materials_
- Evidence of your right to work in Australia - Australian Birth Certificate; Australian Citizenship Certificate; or passport

A full copy of the Job Description is available as a PDF below, which includes a complete list of the capabilities required to fulfil this role.

**Employment Screening**

To be eligible for employment with VenuesWest you must have the following at the time of commencement:

- Right to Work in Australia for the duration of the employment contract
- National Police Clearance

Please note that the appointee will bear the costs associated with the abovementioned eligibility requirements.

**Workplace Diversity**

VenuesWest maintains a working environment that is free from discrimination in accordance with Equal Opportunity legislation. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Our goal is to increase the representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in our workforce.

This advertisement may be requested in other formats including Word, PDF, and large format by contacting People and Culture on (08) 9441 8362.

**Future Appointments**

Applicants who are found suitable, but not recommended for the vacancy, may be considered for subsequent vacancies for 12 months in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.