Communications and Media Officer

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Together, we're working to build a vibrant and sustainable regional city... and we would love for you to join us.

In the heart of the Goldfields, Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a modern and thriving city that embodies the true spirit of a regional community. Located approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, more than 30,000 people call the city home and enjoy the amenities and facilities of a metropolitan city, with the lifestyle benefits that come from living in a place where nature and adventure are on your doorstep.

With new leadership, dedicated staff and a supportive Council, the City is working towards the vision of being a sustainable regional city of the future.

We are dedicated to working together to achieve the best possible outcomes and are guided by our intention to:

• Be a clean and green city
• Be a place people call home
• Have facilities and services for everyone
• Encourage and support economic development and diversification
• Be a quality employer.

Our Marketing and Communications team is fast-paced, energetic and delivers proactive communication strategies for a vibrant regional local government.

As our Communications and Media Officer, you will be a key part of our team in driving community engagement and public relations across the city, supporting our Elected Members and Executive Leadership team, and assisting with promoting the City’s services, programs, and activities.

In this role, you will find that no two days are ever the same, and you'll have the opportunity to work with departments across the organisation. Through compelling cross-platform storytelling, you will prepare media releases and responses, speeches, talking points, presentations, and promotional materials, ensuring accurate and timely dissemination of information. You will also prepare content updates for both web and organisational publications, with a focus on aligning all content with the City’s corporate branding guidelines and Marketing and Communications Strategy.

You will be required to provide strategic communications advice and support, help build engagement across a range of communications platforms, and foster strong relationships with stakeholders, media, and internal teams to support the City’s public relations efforts.

About you

To be considered for this position, you will need:

• Relevant studies in communications, public relations, or marketing or equivalent work experience (2 years minimum)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the demonstrated ability to develop and implement a variety of promotional activities across multiple online and traditional channels.

• Experience in developing and implementing effective and engaging public relations content across different platforms.

• Knowledge and experience in community engagement best practice.

• Outstanding interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with internal and external customers at all levels, including media and suppliers.

• High attention to detail with demonstrated editing and proofreading skills.

• High level of computer literacy, including experience in using marketing analytics tools, social media monitoring. Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite is desirable.

• Current satisfactory National Police Clearance.

• Current WA "C" Class driver's license.

Why work with us

When you work at the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, it’s more than just a job. It’s a place where you can make a real and lasting difference. Our goal is to be an employer of choice, and we offer a dynamic, safe, and productive work environment where you are supported to be your best.

You will enjoy generous employee benefits, reward and recognition programs, flexible work arrangements, and the opportunity to give back to the community.

Values

SUPPORT - We will support each and every team member to work together, build relationships and deliver greater outcomes for our organisation and community.

RESPECT- We will treat our team members and our community with mutual respect and understanding.

FUN - We will promote and value work-life balance and create an environment that is rewarding and fulfilling.

RECOGNISE - We recognise and acknowledge all individuals and cultures and value their contributions to our organisation and the community that we serve.

CONNECT- We will work as one organisation that communicates openly, and actively connects with our teams, community and stakeholders.

Benefits

We provide employees with generous employment conditions/benefits, including:

• Salary sacrificing
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• A host of health and well-being initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Superannuation contributions with the City matching up to 3% voluntary additional contributions
• Training and development opportunities
• Free Parking
• Subsidised gym/leisure centre membership (at the nearby Goldfields Oasis)
• $300 annual reimbursement for attendance at, or use of, City owned facilities
• Rebated childcare offered
• We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, meaning all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to the opportunities available.