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Communications Co-ordinator (Aboriginal Identified) NSW, QLD & VIC

Wirrigan Group

Location for the role is flexible within NSW, QLD & VIC

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

Our client is an Indigenous not for profit organisation that provides leadership, advocacy and action to protect, conserve and enhance cultural and natural values of people and Country through cultural fire and land management practices. The client values and respects country, local knowledge, protocols of Elders and ancestors and are committed to providing a supportive Indigenous led network that fosters a community of practice to maintain and share Cultural fire knowledge and practice on Country.

Our client partners with diverse communities, landholders, agencies and institutions across the continent. Our client identifies pathways to apply cultural fire to landscape, to help heal and care for Country and empowering communities through mentorship and shared understandings that are improving fire management in Australia.

Their purpose is to empower the community in supporting the recognition and revitalisation of Cultural fire through the sharing of knowledge and practice across Australia. They empower Indigenous leadership, advocacy and action to protect, conserve and enhance cultural fire and land management practices. We apply our methodology showing our connection to Culture, Community and Country.

ABOUT THE ROLE - ABOUT YOU

The Communications Coordinator will be responsible for all internal and external communication and to represent our client appropriately in the wider community.

About You

The best fit for this role is somebody who:

  • Is Solutions focused
  • Has an analytical mind and ability to think critically
  • Has Superior time management and organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
  • Has Exceptional writing and interpersonal communication skills
  • Has the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Is a good public speaker and experienced at engaging with media
  • Is professional in their ability to participate in high level collaboration with government, business and the community
  • Has a proven knowledge of communications and marketing ethics and best practices
  • Has proficient public speaking abilities

CORE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Communications Coordinator will be responsible for all internal and external communications

Marketing, Communications, and Relationships 

  • Create effective communication strategies for the client that captures their vision and values
  • Coordinate external and internal communications flow in the form of newsletters, memorandums, articles and social media platforms
  • Communicate with external and internal stakeholders to develop effective communication methods and build long term relationships with relevant stakeholders
  • Plan events, seminars and press conferences to promote the vision of our client
  • To work closely with the Senior Leadership Team ensure regular and timely communications are distributed
  • Manage any media enquiries and escalate any matters to the Shared Services Manager as needed
  • Collaborate with the broader clients team when developing any communication content as required
  • Work with the Fundraising and Partnerships Coordinator to ensure that all communications activity is timely, relevant and reflective of the clients brand, culture and values
  • Knowledge of website content management system

Reporting 

  • Strategically plan and distribute communications to internal and external stakeholders
  • Assist the Senior Leadership Team in monthly and annual reporting

TIME COMMITMENT

This is a full-time employment contract (5 days/per week) with a duration of 12 months with a view to extending to 3 years, ideally commencing beginning of March 2021. To successfully fulfil their job requirements, the successful candidate will be sometimes required to travel within Australia and work outside normal work hours.

LOCATION

This is a remote based opportunity, we will consider applicants who are located in QLD, NSW, VIC & TAS

REMUNERATION

This is a 12-month fixed term contract with the client Alliance. Salary is $75,000 - $85,000 per annum plus superannuation and allowances. Extension beyond 12 months is subject to external funding.

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