THE POSITION:
Fairfield City Council is seeking an enthusiastic Digital Communications Officer to join its Communications and Marketing team.
As the Digital Communications Officer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a range of strategies relating to Council’s online presence. This includes delivering the content and direction for Council’s digital communications and marketing activities, specifically on social media channels and the website.
The Digital Communications Officer collaborates with other team members to deliver online information which complements a range of other communications and marketing activities. The position also works with other divisions of Council to ensure a consistent and coordinated approach to online information.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience developing content across a wide range of digital channels including social media and web
- Demonstrated digital literacy – proficiency in CMS, social media marketing and management tools, and email marketing platforms and services
- Demonstrated knowledge of online communications and marketing trends
- Demonstrated experience in video production
- Demonstrated knowledge of online audience engagement trends
- Demonstrated interest in current affairs and politics
- Demonstrated knowledge of other (non-digital) communications and marketing tools and approaches
- Ability to think creatively and collaboratively, and continuously innovate experimenting with new solutions.
SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
Permanent position, 35 hours per week.
This position is a Grade 6 with a salary range of $92,545 p.a. to $108,404 p.a. Progression through the salary system is based on performance.
FURTHER CONTACTS: Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to Angela Farrugia on 9725 0723 or at afarrugia@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au.
CLOSING DATE: Friday 26 July 2024.
HOW TO APPLY: Applications must address the knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience required in the Position Description. A position description is available from the contact person listed above, or from Council’s website. To apply visit Council’s website www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/fccjobs. Applications should be addressed to the undersigned and received by the closing date. Applicants must be prepared to undergo a medical examination at Council's expense.
Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.
We kindly ask for no recruiters at this stage.
PO BOX 21 BRADLEY CUTTS
FAIRFIELD NSW 1860 GENERAL MANAGER