As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and all age groups to apply.

The Organisation
The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) believes that providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is extremely important. We are committed to employing people who share the SWEK Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Communication, and Respect; these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.

The East Kimberley
The East Kimberley is a stunning and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world-class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation options, great food, and friendly locals. It is an amazing and very unique part of Australia. The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles, and abundant opportunities.

The Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated Digital Marketing and Communication Officer to join our Office of the CEO Team in Kununurra to assist in providing quality communications, marketing and governance services and support to and on behalf of the Shire and identifying opportunities in the area of marketing for the organisation. The role will also provide support generally as and when required within the Office of the CEO Team as directed. Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage all social media platforms
  - Curating content/campaigns with different departments within the organisation
  - Monitor trends and insights, engaging with community in a a positive and proactive manner
  - Develop and implement social media campaign to increase community engagement and awareness of Shire activities and events
• Support Communication Strategy Implementation
  - Collaborate with the Senior Marketing and Communication Officer to create and distribute communication materials, including newsletter, press release and promotional content
  - Execute the Shire’s communication strategy, ensuring alignment with organisation goals and community needs and help organise and promote community event, ensuring effective communications with all stakeholders
• Together with the Community Development and Events Officer - organising and managing special events and ceremonies held by the Shire
• Processing filming and photography applications, drafting permits where required for CEO approval
• Developing relationships with all customers, media and key stakeholders
• Promptly attending to customer enquiries in a courteous and effective manner
• Assisting the Executive Officer to the CEO as required with meetings and events relating to Council and the CEO including but not limited to Ordinary, Special Council and Committee Meetings
• Providing relief to the Executive Officer to the CEO role during periods of leave/absences

A minimum of Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication, qualification in Journalism or similar, National Police Clearance (within the last 6 months), and current unrestricted WA Driver Licence are essential for this role.

You will also need to have:

• 2 years' industry experience in a similar role
• Proficiency in using social media platforms and tools as well as in Microsoft Word and Adobe Creative Cloud (Particularly Indesign and Photoshop)
• Sound understanding of maintaining websites, Facebook and other online media channel plus ability to identify media opportunities
• High level of written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in liaising with a range of stakeholders and ability to maintain strong and productive relationships
  
  

A copy of position description applicable to this vacancy can be found on the Shire's website.

Salary and Benefits
Working for SWEK means that in addition to the competitive annual salary range indicated at the top of this page (inclusive of allowances and superannuation, dependent on skills and experience), you may also enjoy a range of benefits including:

• 6 weeks annual leave
• 12% superannuation with the option to co-contribute a further 3%
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses
• 11 public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' per year
• Flexible working arrangements
• Shire provided corporate uniforms
• Opportunities for professional development
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services

Please note that, where applicable, benefits will be applied pro-rata to casual, part-time and maximum-term roles.

APPLY NOW!
If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team and to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the ‘Apply’ button at the bottom of this page or contact Sebastian Tasi, our Coordinator Communications & Public Relations on 08 9168 4113 for a confidential discussion.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement — acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance before the interview stage of the recruitment process.