Bidgerdii Community Health Service

Communications & Engagement Officer

Bidgerdii Community Health Service  •  Rockhampton, AU (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

About Us

Bidgerdii Community Health Service is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
community-controlled primary health care service operating across Rockhampton
and Central Queensland for more than 30 years. We provide comprehensive,
culturally safe primary healthcare and wellbeing services and are committed to
strengthening community outcomes through continuous improvement and strong
leadership.

About the Role

The Communications & Engagement Officer delivers Bidgerdii's marketing, communications and
community engagement activities, promoting our services and strengthening
connections with the community. Reporting to the Marketing & Communications
Team Leader, you will work collaboratively across the organisation to develop
engaging content, coordinate communication campaigns and support community
engagement initiatives that reflect Bidgerdii's values.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Coordinate and deliver marketing and communications campaigns
  • Develop engaging content for social media, website, newsletters and internal communications
  • Manage Bidgerdii's day-to-day social media presence and digital communications
  • Coordinate community events, stakeholder engagement activities and health promotion
    initiatives.
  • Prepare media releases, promotional materials and organisational communications
  • Maintain website content and communication calendars
  • Monitor digital engagement and provide campaign reporting
  • Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure communications are culturally
    appropriate, accurate and aligned with organisational priorities

About You

You are values-driven and passionate about improving outcomes for Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander communities.

You will bring:

  • Qualification in Communications, Marketing, Media, Public Relations or related discipline (or
    equivalent experience)
  • Demonstrated experience in content development and campaign coordination
  • Strong written communication skills across diverse audiences
  • Experience managing social media platforms and digital content
  • Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Demonstrated understanding of culturally appropriate communication practices
  • Experience in the health or community sector
  • Experience supporting behaviour change campaigns
  • Familiarity with digital analytics tools

Requirements

Current QLD C Class Driver Licence

Current Blue Card, or willingness to obtain

Satisfactory Police Criminal History Check

Willingness to attend occasional community events outside standard business hours

How to Apply

Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application and please include:

  • Your current CV or resume, including referees.
  • A short 1 - 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “Key Selection Criteria” section of the Role Description.
  • Include any additional forms / evidence as listed on the Position Description.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Bidgerdii strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position

Bidgerdii Community Health Service

About Bidgerdii Community Health Service

Bidgerdii Community Health Service is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community controlled primary health care service, operating in the Rockhampton and Central Queensland region. The organisation is a bulk billing community controlled health service, managed by a Board of Directors who oversee and manage the strategic directions of the service.

Bidgerdii provide comprehensive primary health and well-being services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in the Rockhampton and surrounding regions. Bidgerdii advocate for, and involve, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander community in primary health and well-being care. Bidgerdii collaborate with health and well-being partner agencies to enable integrated continuity of care for the community, and continue to work to contribute to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health policy and program reform in Queensland.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Berserker, AU
Year Founded
1994
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