Communications Coordinator

Job Reference:
- 9J3E053F
- Eligibility:
- External Vacancy - Open to Everyone
- Business Unit:
- South Australian Museum
- Location:
- Adelaide
- Salary Range:
- $67,589 - $72,033
- Classification:
- ASO300
- Duration:
- 12 months with possibility of extension
- Closing Date:
- 16 Feb 2025

**Role Highlights**:

- Are you a creative communicator with a passion for creating online content?
- Do you want to work in a unique and exciting cultural institution?
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

**Role Details**: As part of a small committed team, the role will support communications projects and campaigns that promote the Museum, its research and collections, public programs, membership and enterprise offerings. With a focus on social media coordination the role is responsible for creating engaging content, identifying media angles and working with staff from across the Museum to bring the wonder and curiosity of the Museum to life. You will have a natural talent for writing and storytelling with proven knowledge and experience in social media and an understanding of the South Australian media landscape with appropriate tertiary qualifications in communications or a similar field. You will embrace the opportunity to provide community management across SAM’s social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and TikTok) and look at new and fun ways to engage and connect with people of all ages. Proactive and resourceful, you possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, have a keen interest in natural history and the arts and demonstrate a willingness to think outside the box and take on a challenge. You enjoy working collaboratively but can also work autonomously and are ambitious to contribute to the success of the Museum through various communications initiatives. You are known to respectfully engage and communicate with all people with confidence and professionalism. Using the nearly 5-million objects in the Museum’s collection you will seek out stories, build relationships and find new and inspiring ways to share these stories with the world.

**Special Conditions**:

- The Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Management Program.
- The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
- Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
- This role requires a working with children check.
- This role requires a National Criminal History check.

For more information please see the role description:
Role Description - Communications Coordinator.docx

**About the Department**:
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) drives the Premier's priorities in South Australia. Our vision is to be the heart of government through providing important leadership, trusted advice and strategy as well as central support services for the social, environmental and economic issues that we face. Our staff enjoy working with colleagues who value integrity, knowledge and intellectual capability. They exemplify the public sector purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives.

**About the Business**: The South Australian Museum has been committed to making Australia’s natural and cultural heritage accessible, engaging and fun for over 165 years. It is a place where families can learn and grow together. Today the Museum is one of the most visited museums in Australia and holds collections of national and international significance.

**Contact Us**:
Enquiries to Shakhlo Rasulova - Chief Financial Officer

0466 494 056

**Diversity and Inclusion**:
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that is reflective of the community we serve.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.