Manager, Media and Communications

About the role
Our growing community faces significant health challenges, including higher-than-average rates of chronic conditions and socio-economic barriers that make accessing healthcare more difficult. We also operate Queensland's largest correctional health service, caring for patients across six prisons and two youth detention centres, with more facilities coming soon. On top of that, we are committed to closing the health gap for our First Nations peoples, providing culturally safe care and addressing critical health and life expectancy gaps.
In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring West Moreton Health's reputation remains strong and trusted, while delivering essential internal and external communications that keep our workforce connected and our community informed about the services they need.
About you
- Proven leadership and management skills with a strong track record of building and leading high-performing teams, particularly in media, communication, and digital environments. You have a demonstrated ability to effectively manage resources, prioritise tasks, and deliver results that align with strategic objectives.
- Strong expertise in modern media and digital communication, including social media strategies, crisis communication management, and digital content creation. You bring a deep understanding of how to leverage evolving technologies and platforms to meet organisational goals, enhance reputation, and engage both internal and external stakeholders.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear, impactful messaging for diverse audiences. You excel at developing strategic communication that drives engagement, improves brand positioning, and fosters strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Extensive experience in managing complex media relations and crisis communication, with the ability to protect and enhance the organisation's public image proactively and reactively.
- Well-developed strategic thinking and capability to understand and navigate public sector processes and governance frameworks. You bring a forward-thinking mindset that integrates best practices in strategic communication while addressing the operational and reputational needs of a large health service.

**Mandatory Requirements**:

- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16

About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community - Follow this link

**Benefits**:

- 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
- 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
- Professional development
- Salary sacrificing options
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.