Are you an experienced communications professional with strong media skills and a passion for telling stories that make a difference? We’re looking for a Senior Media Officer to join our Communications and Engagement team, supporting communications across Bundaberg, Hervey Bay and Maryborough Hospitals. In this role, you’ll help develop and deliver strategic communications, build strong relationships with media, identify and promote positive health service stories, and provide high-quality communications advice to stakeholders. If you’re an experienced media and communications professional ready for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

Job details

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity: 

• The Senior Media Officer position sits within the Communications and Engagement Team and leads the media, PR and issues management for Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service (WBHHS).
• The Senior Media Officer provides advice and support to the Director Communications and Engagement, WBHHS Executive and WBHH Board on strategic communications activities.
• The position is responsible for maintaining and implementing a multimedia content strategy to effectively support the delivery of the WBHHS Strategic Plan.

Flexible working conditions available

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:

You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $157,351 p.a., comprising salary between $128,748 - $137,911 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (AO6) (Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f.) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2609WB692403

Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:  

• Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
• Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
• Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise your take-home pay
• Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
• The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Wide Bay, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle

Discover Bundaberg and the Fraser Coast  

Bundaberg is where the coastline meets the country, four hours' drive north of Brisbane. It is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery. The Fraser Coast is known for its diverse, natural landscapes and laid-back lifestyle. This destination with a difference is home to K'gari (Formerly Fraser Island), incredible whale watching encounters, family-friendly beaches, history and culture.  

How to apply:

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***

Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants Jan 2020 (PDF)
  
  Document Preparation Guide (PDF)
  
  H2609WB692403 RD (PDF)