Communications Officer

2 weeks ago

Heatherton, Victoria, Australia South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network Full time $90,000 - $110,000 per year

We're Hiring: Communications Officer – (Permanent)

Location: South Eastern Melbourne | Hybrid

Join a purpose-driven team transforming primary healthcare

Are you a dynamic and creative communicator who is driven by the impact your work has on delivering important information about health programs? We're on the lookout for a dynamic Communication Officer who is curious, creative and content driven.

Who We Are

At South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (SEMPHN), we're a not-for-profit working to create a healthier future. From GPs and hospitals to aged care and pharmacies, we connect the dots so people get the right care, in the right place, at the right time.

We support over 1.6 million people across our region, with a focus on aged care, mental health, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, digital health, and workforce development.

About the Role

As Communications Officer, you will:

  • Develop and implement internal and external communication strategies
  • Create content for digital and traditional channels – web, social, video, EDMs, newsletters
  • Strong written skills including writing stories, leadership messages, and key messages
  • A creative and curious mindset
  • Internal event management
  • Support stakeholder and community engagement activities
  • Contribute to internal communications and issues management
  • Monitor communications performance and support regular reporting

About you:

  • A degree in communications, PR, marketing or equivalent experience
  • Excellent written, verbal and digital communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and stakeholders
  • Good understanding of brand, messaging, and audience engagement
  • Demonstrated experience with content creation including video across social media and other channels
  • Collaborative mindset and a proactive, solutions-focused approach
  • Knowledge of public health or government sectors (preferred)

Why You'll Love It Here

  • Boost Your Take Home Pay: Enjoy generous salary packaging options to make your money go further.
  • Flexible Work, Real Balance: Hybrid working lets you do your best work and live your best life.
  • Parental Leave That Cares: 10 weeks of paid leave to help you welcome your newest family member.
  • Extra Leave, Extra You Time: Enjoy leave loading and dedicated festive leave -because rest matters.
  • Support When It Counts: 5 additional paid carers leave days so you can be there for the people who need you.
  • Wellbeing First: Free, confidential access to professional support services - for you and your family.
  • A Culture That Walks the Talk: We're values-led, people-focused, and all about making a difference - together.
  • Stay Healthy, Stay Happy: Access annual health programs, vaccinations, and wellness initiatives.
  • Grow With Us: We're big on learning, development, and helping you shape the career you want

Ready to start your next chapter and make a difference? Click
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Applications close
15 October at 11:59pm.

At SEMPHN, we're committed to fairness, equity, and inclusion. We know the best teams are built on diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We also know that many from marginalised groups may hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of requirements. But here's the thing, even if you are unsure, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique experience might be just what we're looking for

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