Media & Communications Co-ordinator

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Media & Communications Co-ordinator. Terms and conditions vacancy

About the business

The Aged Rights Advocacy Service (ARAS) offers a free, confidential and state-wide service to older people, or their representatives, who are:

• Consumers or potential consumers of community based aged care services including community aged care packages;
• Living in a Retirement Village;
• Consumers or potential consumers of services in Australian Government subsidised aged care facilities; or
• At risk of, or experiencing, abuse by someone they should be able to trust.

ARAS provides advocacy assistance to support older people to uphold their rights and their responsibilities.

ARAS is the South Australian component of the National Aged Care Advocacy Program.

The ARAS website provides more information about the range of work that ARAS undertakes, including advocacy, information and education sessions.

Applicants must clearly address the requirements of the person specification in their application.

Applications can be addressed to Marie Davis, Human Resources Manager, Aged Rights Advocacy Service.

Applications close on 31st July 2018, late applications will not be considered.

For further information, please visit our website www.sa.agedrights.asn.au or call 08 8232 5377.

Job tasks and responsibilities

The purpose of this role is to implement and manage ARAS Media and Communications strategy. This will involve managing the ARAS website, campaigns, printed media, newsletters, and the promotion of the organisation's events, activities, and brand awareness through multiple media, social media and communications channels.

ARAS operates in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment which requires flexibility, adaptability, initiative as well as excellent organisation and problem‐solving skills.

The Media & Communications Coordinator works with the CEO, Senior Managers and team members, as well as a broad range of stakeholders including Board members, Government representatives and departments, other Advocacy services, external businesses, and other state and national organisations to develop strategies and create content to;

• support ARAS' advocacy objectives;
• strengthen ARAS' role as a trusted voice on ending Elder Abuse;
• build the political and community will to invest in solutions to the problems ffacing older Australians;
• deliver on ARAS Strategic direction.

A full position description is available on our website www.sa.agedrights.asn.au

Person Specification

Qualifications/Skills

• A degree in in Public Relations, Journalism or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 5-7 years experience in copywriting and proofreading within a Public Relations, Journalism or Communications role.
• Previous experience (minimum 5 years) in media relations and a track record in securing media coverage.
• A minimum 5 years experience in online communications including: developing and implementing online strategies and maintaining websites.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and flexibly, as well as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to organise work, manage time, determine priorities and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to social justice and the mission and vision of ARAS.

Knowledge and experience

• Proven background within marketing and communications
• Exceptional writing skills
• Understanding of marketing for fundraising and fundraising events/campaigns
• Experience setting a media & communications strategy
• Ability to develop relationships with the media and gain press/media coverage
• Brand management experience
• Social media management  
• A passion for working in a small, dedicated organisation 

Specific employment requirements

• Satisfactory National Police Clearance required (must be less than 12 months old at time of joining).
• Work outside of normal office hours may be required from time to time.
• Current driving licence and willingness to drive for work purposes.
• Travel may be required within South Australia and interstate.

Job benefits and perks

City Fringe location

Salary Sacrifice benefits

Not for Profit Organisation

SCHADS Level 4