• Become a part of a team that is devoted to making the world a healthier place
• Join a growing team coordinating and delivering brand, marketing and communications activities
• Part-time ongoing position working 3 days per week

About the Institute:

The Black Dog Institute is a Medical Research Institute and a global leader in translational mental health research. We harness the latest technology and other tools to quickly turn our world-class research findings into clinical services, education and e-health products that improve the lives of people with mental illness and the wider community.

We pride ourselves on translating our own world leading Workplace Mental Health research into an award-winning culture that encompasses a holistic view of wellbeing. We aim to create a positive, mentally healthy workplace that recognises the importance of meaningful work, balanced lifestyles, psychological well-being and continual learning whilst being guided by our core values - Collaboration, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation and Respect.

We offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Salary packaging
• Commitment to Learning and Development
• Flexible working hours and work-life balance
• Generous parental leave policy
• Pet friendly office
• Social and team events

About the Role:

Reporting to the Marketing Communications and Brand Manager, this role is a key part of the growing marketing and communications function at the Black Dog Institute. This will primarily involve assisting in the coordination, delivery and implementation of all brand, marketing and communication activities.

The role is focused on creating and supporting engaging and compelling communications, across a range of channels, for a broad range of audiences including consumers, health professionals, donors, fundraisers, volunteers, businesses, researchers and other stakeholder groups. The role provides support in defining our brand, as well as the value proposition of our products and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support with copywriting for new content and leverage/re-purpose existing content across print, online and advertising channels.
• Brief and assist external agencies on design and production of marketing collateral, such as brochures, flyers, reports, government submissions and other resources.
• Provide support for internal comms and the creation/writing and co-ordination of the weekly newsletter.
• Support in the delivery of the Annual Report, seeking stakeholder approvals, copywriting/editing and gathering assets such as photography.
• Respond to enquiries and requests from external stakeholders for Black Dog mental health information and materials and maintain a register of requested collateral.
• Support and maintain the Asset Library of, icons, infographics, copy, illustrations – including the ongoing creation, management and sharing of this content.
• Support in writing and co-ordination of integrated campaigns such as Mental Health Awareness Month.
• Research and develop content for key projects and brand materials including brochures, prospectuses and presentations.
• Write and co-ordinate contributions to our external partners marketing activity such as newsletter and articles.
• Work closely with Digital, Media and Internal Communications teams in the development and delivery of integrated campaigns and activity.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Essential Criteria

• A qualification in Marketing, Communications, Digital, Design or related field.
• 1-2 years’ work experience in an assistant level marketing role with relevant examples of supporting projects, developing collateral and writing content.
• A passion for writing and excellent written communications skills.
• The ability to understand the audience and create ‘customer’ centric communications.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communications skills and the ability to work in a team.
• High level of attention to detail in grammar, writing and proofreading.
• Experience in development of marketing materials and collateral, and ability to work successfully with external suppliers.
• Ability to work independently when needed, take a pro-active approach and complete tasks on time.
• Well organised, excellent project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated confidence and self-starter, with a passion to learn.

Desirable Criteria

• Empathy or alignment with mental health and wellbeing.
• Experience in the health or research sector.

For a full list of duties and selection criteria, please download the position description. Please apply using the online portal (link below) with your resume and cover letter addressing selection criteria outlined in the position description. Candidates who apply via email will not be considered.

Please email [email protected], using the subject line: Brand and Marketing Communications Assistant enquiry via EthicalJobs if you have any questions or queries.

The Black Dog Institute is an EEO Employer.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and encouraged to apply.