Communications Specialist - Clayfield, Australia - Clayfield College

Clayfield College

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Clayfield, Australia

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Description

Posted: 16/01/2023

Closing Date: 03/02/2023

Job Type:
Contract

Location:
Clayfield College

Job Category:
Marketing

Clayfield College is a leading independent day and boarding school, owned and governed by the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association (PMSA) on behalf of the Presbyterian and Uniting Churches.

It is co-educational from Pre-Prep to Year 7, girls only from Year 8 to Year 12 and boarding for girls from Year 7 to Year 12.

The College is renowned for its high academic standards, the quality of its teaching and learning, and its emphasis on personal excellence.

Clayfield College will begin the transition to a fully coeducational school in 2023 and offer families the best of coeducation and single-sex education using the distinctive Parallel Learning model.

About This Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Marketing, Communications and Engagement, the Communications Specialist is responsible for creating and delivering an exceptional communication program to enhance the College's engagement with its stakeholders.

The incumbent will produce timely, accurate and compelling content through a variety of physical and digital channels to enhance the narrative of the College and contribute to the College's success, and especially its relationship with its stakeholders.

The position requires an efficient, organised and enthusiastic person with exceptional written and oral communication skills, combined with a strong sense of community and customer service, and commitment to premium levels of service delivery and presentation within a fast-paced environment.

Professional Responsibilities

Communications
Write, edit and develop content for College publications and communication channels
Project manage the production of the items above, maintaining appropriate inventory levels
Work with external graphic designers and other suppliers to produce digital and physical assets which align with the College's style and brand values
Brand Management
Curate and manage appropriate stocks of all Clayfield College brand and promotional assets
Media Relations
Craft engaging and positive stories for a variety of external media channels (print and electronic) to enhance the College's reputation in key audiences, and sustain a positive narrative in public forums
Social Media
Manage the College's social media channels through the creation and posting of engaging and timely content for key audiences.

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Position Description - Communication Specialist

Desired Skills and Experience:

Mandatory Requirements

Tertiary qualifications in a related field of study eg Marketing, Hospitality, Events Management.
Hold or ability and willing to obtain a Working with Children Blue Card
Compliance with the QLD Health Direction and the PMSA's COVID Vaccination Policy.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills required

Demonstrated experience in high level communications project management, including planning, delivery and evaluation
Highly developed written and oral communication skills and exceptional attention to detail and quality.
Highly developed skills in time management, project planning and managing workflows in an environment of multiple competing priorities.
Advanced ICT skills in the MS Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and marketing platforms. including web CMS (Digistorm platforms an advantage) and Social Media.
Basic skills in graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite) are desirable.

About You

High customer service delivery standards.
Enthusiasm, energy, initiative and a friendly disposition.
Able to work constructively with internal and external stakeholders.
Genuine interest in community relations.
Ability to work as part of a team in a busy, varied work environment.

Applicants for this position must be supportive of the Christian aims and mission of the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association and be able to contribute to the strategic vision of Clayfield College.

How You'll Benefit

Flexible working arrangements, including working from home and flexible start and finish times
Up to 12.75% employer superannuation.
Part of a strong, collegial Engagement team, committed to mutual success
Salary Packaging
Annual flu vaccination
Access to our Social Club including events, giveaways and raffles
Access to our Employee Assistance Program
AcaciaEAP

How to Apply

Cover Letter describing how you meet the Key Selection Criteria, and
Resume outlining your qualification and previous experience, including two professional referees.

Applications close:
Friday 3 February 2023