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Communications Officer

Murdoch Childrens Research Institute

Who Are We?

At MCRI we share a powerful vision; to re-imagine the future of child health. We are the home to many life-changing scientific discoveries. We believe that no question is too impossible to try and answer. We are renowned for our cutting edge focus on early interventions, improved diagnosis, prevention and development of potential cures. Our success is founded on a philosophy of collaboration through a multi-disciplinary approach to solving the toughest questions in child health.

MCRI is a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability. We are committed to creating a positive working environment which values all backgrounds and experiences. We strive to foster an inclusive culture that is underpinned by equal opportunity for all and a culture based on respect, consideration and dignity.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting role that will provide you with the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children around the world. As the Communications Officer (CO) you will support the Senior Communications Manager (SCM) to execute the Media & Communications plan.

Your primary task as the CO will be to support the amplification of the MCRI brand with the broader community and champion the MCRI’s purpose and contribution to child health and care locally and internationally.

Working with the SCM, your scope will include supporting internal and external stakeholders, executing media communications activities and contribute to the internal communications program. You will have the opportunity to offer creative and strategic input into key initiatives, ATL campaigns, brand strategy and communications assets, as directed by the SCM.

To be effective in this role, you will need to demonstrate experience in communications across media, marketing and/or community engagement.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

  • Help create and implement omni-channel media and distribution plans to amplify media and key messages
  • Copywrite key messages, collateral and help prepare content to support research and strategic initiatives
  • Adapt media releases to update content across owned media channels (web, social and eNews)
  • Monitoring media activities across the key Research Themes relevant to the MCRI
  • Media reporting for Leadership Team and Board reports
  • Support the media team to respond to and facilitate media and PR enquiries
  • Provide communication services to support internal stakeholders to increase engagement of Government, Donors, our People, and/or External stakeholders
  • Act as a positive Brand Ambassador for the MCRI

You Demonstrate:

  • Relevant Tertiary Qualifications in at least one area of communications, media, journalism, marketing or public relations
  • 3+ years’ experience in communications, media, marketing, public relations or other related field
  • Experience in interacting with journalists and building media relationships
  • Self-lead and able to work with agility, maturity and resilience
  • Social media and online media experience
  • Strong team player able to demonstrate emotional intelligence and sound judgement
  • Ability to exercise initiative with discretion and apply risk management controls.
  • Manage competing demands and priorities, and being able to communicate positively with team

Desired knowledge, skills and experience

  • Background in health, medical research or academia
  • Consumer Health Industry experience (B2C)
  • Experience in supporting internal communications.
  • Experience in branded content development and events communications

On Offer:

  • 24-month contract
  • Salary Range $74,018 - $80,030 pa + super + salary packaging
  • On-site facilities include: car parking, childcare, Employee Assistance Program, mindfulness, gym, and bike storage… to highlight a few

For a full list of responsibilities and the key selection criteria download the position description attached.

Only applicants who address the key selection criteria will be considered. In one document please place your cover letter, ksc, and resume. Applications will only be considered when submitted via the MCRI website.

For specific questions not answered in the PD please contact Dr Tom Keeble: [email protected] using the subject line: Communications Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Click apply to proceed with your application.

Position Reference: 26605

MCRI is a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability. Should you require any specific support or adjustments please talk to us and we will be happy to accommodate.

Please note: Applications via recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position

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