Coordinator, Communications

**About the role**

Do you thrive on being part of shaping fast paced communications and developing effective, consistent and clear media and communications content which reaches your target audience?

The Coordinator, Communications will deliver council messaging that reflects the organisation's priorities and helps meet corporate objectives. You will use your high level judgement to select the right communications methods and techniques to meet an ambitious communications agenda, improve written media and communications outputs and maximise their effectiveness.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

- Provide high-level advice on the development, implementation and review of council’s strategic corporate messaging
- Provide support and advice to enable effective and efficient communication around critical incidents
- Build and sustain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support delivery of organisational media and communication outcomes
- Provide support to the Media and Communications Manager in daily communications tasks

View the position description for more details about the role.

**About you**

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Experience at a senior level in the preparation and editing of timely, accurate, relevant, and consistent written communications
- Experience at translating organisational priorities into effective messaging for a diverse range of audiences
- Experience in coaching and mentoring colleagues effectively to continuously improve organisational written communications
- Proven ability to advise senior stakeholders persuasively, resolve conflict and address sensitive issues with tact, discretion, and strategic intent
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills, working under limited direction and to tight timelines

**About the benefits**

This is a fixed-term position for 9 months, Level 7 with a salary commencing at $110,575 plus 12.5% superannuation.
- **Positive workplace culture**: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
- **Work/Life balance**: Enjoy a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
- **Diversity and inclusion**: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
- **Learning and development**: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
- **Health and well-being**:Access to gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
- **Leave options**:Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
- **Salary packaging**: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more

**About us**

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
**_‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'_**

We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

**Join us**

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
- A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold

**Closing date: 3 January 2025.**

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.