Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 4th Apr 2024
- Sydney > CBD, Inner West & Eastern Suburbs Sydney
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The Foundation is an international development organisation working to prevent blindness and restore sight. We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. Over 30 years The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25 countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as in Australia. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind, or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health.
The Foundation is also proud to announce that we were awarded the Employer of Choice Award (Public Sector and NFP) at the 2022 Australian HR Awards.
The Communications Coordinator is accountable for supporting the Head of Communications in daily communications, media, publications and administrative work that align with The Foundation’s strategic framework.
You will be a communications all-rounder with a high level of responsiveness and strong writing and attention to detail. You will be skilled in media relations and acting as a frontline contact for journalists. Furthermore, you will have strong project management and organisational skills with the ability to work independently, show initiative and deliver according to deadline.
Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you. Including:
Generous salary packaging - we provide access to not-for-profit salary packaging options, which will increase your take home pay, we also offer 17.5% annual leave loading.
Flexible work environment – we focus on output, not hours and enable you to prioritise your health and wellbeing.
Generous leave allowances – we offer Paid parental leave; 5 days bonus leave every year; an annual Foundation-wide “Me Day”, birthday leave; and time off for culturally significant/ceremonial leave.
Ongoing commitment to your continuous learning and career development – through tailored leadership and professional development programs, access to LinkedIn Learning and focused development conversations.
To find out more about our benefits click here.
Please apply directly via the 'Apply Now' Button, please include a CV and Cover Letter.
Should you have any questions regarding the opportunity please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected], using the subject line: Communications Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs, for a confidential conversation.
Kindly note that CVs will not be considered through this email address.
A position description is attached.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this position.
The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children and community partners in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.
Please note: We will not be accepting CV’s via agencies for this role.
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