Communications Coordinator
Make a difference, not only within the organisation but most importantly in the lives of those living with a Disability or Mental Health concerns.
Summary about this job
Marketing Assistants/Coordinators
Company: New Horizons
Location: Sydney
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-3-1335-7395
Fax: +61-8-4541-7967
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Detail information about job Communications Coordinator. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Create a range of internal and external communications
- Provide compelling content and comms support
- Help implement and deliver strategic communications plans
New Horizons has been at the forefront of innovation since we established the world's first social enterprise in the mid '60's. Today we're a team of more than 1,000 people working together to enhance wellbeing.
We have an exciting new opportunity to join the New Horizons team as the Communications Coordinator; who will provide compelling content and comms support to the organisation. Enjoy a flexible working environment and salary packaging benefits, while using your skills to enhance people's wellbeing.
In this role you'll work on and create a range of internal and external communications and help implement and deliver strategic communications plans. One day might be writing a newsletter, the next you could be arranging media interviews. A varied role, it would suit someone with an eye for detail and a flexible, positive attitude.
This is a permanent, full time opportunity (Mon-Fri). Based in North Ryde, you will report to the Communications Manager in our Marcomms Team.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Create, edit and proof compelling content for a range of internal and external audiences (both print and online)
- Manage and grow our social media channels
- Support the marcomms teams on events and initiatives
- Provide comms guidance, plans and support to other areas of the business
- Support the Communications Manager and contributing to strategic comms plans
- Work with our designers to create on-brand collateral and templates
What you need to have:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to write and edit for print, media and online
- Minimum 2 years of experience in communications, media, public relations or marketing and/or;
- Tertiary qualification in Communications, Journalism or Public Relations
- Good 'nose' for a story
- Skilled at building relationships and liaising with stakeholders of all levels and cultural backgrounds
- Strong organisational skills and ability to work autonomously
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator highly desirable)
- Passion, Respect & Integrity
Rewards and Recognition:
If you're looking for somewhere to pursue your passion, apply your initiative and make a difference you could benefit from:
- Take advantage of the tax benefits available only to employees who work for a not for profit organization – through lower tax deductions, we can pay more money to you each week
- Professional development opportunities
- Internal and external learning and development opportunities
- Workplace mentoring
- A supportive corporate culture and working environment
- Leave loading and superannuation
- Long Service and Parental leave
- Access to flexible work arrangements
- Employee Assistance Program providing counselling services
- Eligibility for our recognition program and celebration of service
To Apply:
We would like your application to include a cover letter that explains how your skills, ability and experience meets the requirements of this advert.
Applications close 5pm Sunday 5th August 2018 or when a suitable candidate is identified, so apply now, don't wait
New Horizons acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the land.
New Horizons values diversity and encourages applications from all people. Our vision is to see happy inclusive communities work together in collaborative and inclusive ways to create opportunity and improve quality of life. Our workforce proudly reflects the local communities we connect with and support.