Media & Communications Officer

1 week ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Mount Isa City Council Full time

About the business

Mount Isa City Council provides employment for approximately 200 employees in a variety of full time, part time, contractual and casual positions.

These positions cover the full scope of Council operations from administration, financial, professional and technical roles to operational positions within the various sections.

About the role

This role will work with the Marketing and Communications team and other important internal stakeholders to assist in the management of Council's media and communications through strategic and considered communication initiatives.

Please read the Position Description for further information on the role.

About You

You will have:

  • Demonstrated skills in public relations, media relations and broad communications strategy and campaigns.
  • High level ability to research, write and proof editorial content for media releases, media responses, major publications, advertisements and online technologies.
  • High level of organisational skills including time management and prioritisation with the ability to coordinate and monitor timeframes ensuring deadlines are met.
  • Well-developed written and verbal communication skills and understanding of media strategies.
  • Manage the Council's corporate website, this includes the Look and feel of the branding, accountability for content and lead the training of staff on use of the platform
  • Strong computer skills in Microsoft 365 Suite, Canva, Adobe and other platforms for media content and creation.
  • Current "C" class manual Driver's Licence or ability to acquire a licence prior to officially commencing in the role.
  • High level of stakeholder engagement with internal and external stakeholders
  • There are no mandatory qualifications or requirements for this position. However, Council values the enhanced work performance which may be gained from the expanded knowledge base and skills acquired during formal tertiary training and encourage both existing and potential staff to participate in lifelong learning

What's in it for you?

When joining Mount Isa City Council, you are provided with pathways and opportunities to grow and achieve your potential. Eligible employees can access our Employee Assistance Program, elect to join our free Immunisation Program, and enjoy sporting reimbursement opportunities. Full-time employees receive 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata to part-time employees, not applicable to casual employment) to enjoy time outside the workplace

HOW TO APPLY

  • Fill out Application Form
  • Submit through Seek, or
  • Submit online at: , or
  • Email Human Resources on 

Please note that:

  • Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including criminal history checks, pre-employment medical etc.
  • Mount Isa City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
  • Applicants must be eligible to live and work within Australia.

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