The Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE) is an organisation that requires little introduction. As we fly towards our100 year anniversary our name is cemented in Australian history as a trusted healthcare provider to the communities we serve.

We’re currently seeking a creative junior communications generalist to join on a Parental Leave Contract to curate stories that speaks to our impact and enhances the reputation of our organisation.

Reporting to our Head of Corporate Affairs you will be responsible for:

• Writing engaging messages for internal and external use in articles, media releases, interview briefs, social posts, presentations and speeches

• Work closely with local and regional media outlets to create media opportunities

• Support on internal communications, including the management of Town Halls, and using our channels to increase engagement and connection to our mission

• Lead on the content development for community newsletters to support awareness of our services and connect communities and volunteers to opportunities and education

• Support the development of marketing material using tools like Cana to ensure consistency with brand guidelines and organisational goals

• Daily media monitoring for RFDS industry news

• Maintenance of the RFDSSE website

What’s in it for you?

• To join an organisation that brings lifesaving healthcare to Australians in rural, regional and remote Australia

• Generous salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum

• Discounted gym membership in the form of a Fitness Passport

• Hybrid working to be considered in line with our Hybrid working policy

What skills and experience do you have?

• Tertiary qualifications in Communications or relevant field or equivalent experience

• 3 to 5 years relevant experience working in communications, marketing, public relations or related field ideally within complex organisations

• Excellent planning and organisational skills

• Natural ability to move between audiences and channels

• Experience using data to measure success and adapting strategies to achieve strategic goals

What’s next?

RFDSSE aim to fill vacancies as quickly as possible. This means that we will close the advert as soon as we have identified candidates that will proceed to interview and this may be before the published closing date of 31 October 2024.

Our Values: Our Values of Reliability, Care, Trust and Safety shape the way we work as individuals, as team members and with the communities we serve.