About UsAccess Health and Community (AccessHC), with a 150-year legacy of compassionate care, is on a mission to build healthier lives together. Our team of over 400 dedicated employees and 200 volunteers, work across 18 locations. In mid-2025, AccessHC will be merging with Inspiro, a trusted partner in community health. Inspiro, with a skilled team of 100, is dedicated to providing accessible, inclusive, and high-quality care in the Yarra Ranges. This merger strengthens our commitment to delivering exceptional care and opens new opportunities for our team and the communities we serve.The Opportunity Use your expertise and passion for communication to help improve the lives of our communities.  Reporting to the Communications Manager, the Communications Advisor will be responsible for developing accurate, timely and engaging communications plans, strategies and materials for a range of internal and external channels and audiences. The Max Term Part time position is 30 hours per week for 6 months (November 2024 - May 2025). The role is based in Hawthorn with flexible and hybrid work options available.   The hourly rate for this position is $44.08 ($87,102.08 p/a pro rata), plus 11.5% superannuation along with generous salary packaging opportunities that reduce tax payable on income.What you will be doing Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement internal and external communications plans and strategies.  Research, write and deliver communications for a range of different audiences and channels.  Engage with colleagues and communities to find and share stories and content to inspire and motivate.  Keep our website, social media, intranet and other platforms up to date with accurate and timely information.  What you will bringKey Selection CriteriaTertiary qualifications in communications, marketing, or a related disciplineDemonstrated experience in a similar communications or marketing roleExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to create, write, edit and proof content for a range of audiences and channelsDemonstrated organisational capabilities and attention to detail with strong time management skillsA team player with well-developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work co-operatively with a range of peopleHigh level of knowledge and experience using information systems, including Microsoft Office, Sharepoint, Wordpress, Mail Chimp, Canva and social media platformsAttributesA genuine desire to work for an organisation that makes a differenceAn ability to work sensitively with people of diverse cultures, abilities, ages, sexualities and gender identitiesEffective time management and strong analytical and problem-solving skillsDemonstrated behaviours consistent with Access Health and Community values Access Health and Community Culture and Benefits At AccessHC, we offer more than just a fulfilling career; we invest in our people and provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support. Our team members share commitment and passion to make a positive impact and this ethos creates a range of benefits for our people from opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging.Our culture promotes an environment of success and fulfilment. Join us and experience a career where you truly make a difference.The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits:Supportive and values- based culture and engaged workforceCulture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thriveCommitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditionsFocus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growthPaid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leaveAnnual leave loading Generous salary packaging opportunities that reduce tax payable on income (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/entertainment expenses)Read more about our culture and benefits: https://accesshc.org.au/culture-and-benefitsApply NowSubmit your application including your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/Please email, the Communications Manager at communication@accesshc.org.auif you would like further information about the role.We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and may appoint the role before the end of the close date.  Applications close:  Friday 25 October 2024 Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a Child Safe Organisation that values inclusivity and diversity. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, those with lived experience of mental health and/or alcohol and other drugs (AOD) challenges, and those with diverse genders and sexualities. Position Description AUD Hawthorn 3122

Communications Advisor

  • 30 hours per week, Max Term Part time to May 2025, Hawthorn
  • Collaborative, highly supported team within purpose-driven organisation
  • Flexibility and work-life balance, not for profit, with salary packaging

About Us

Access Health and Community (AccessHC), with a 150-year legacy of compassionate care, is on a mission to build healthier lives together. Our team of over 400 dedicated employees and 200 volunteers, work across 18 locations. In mid-2025, AccessHC will be merging with Inspiro, a trusted partner in community health. Inspiro, with a skilled team of 100, is dedicated to providing accessible, inclusive, and high-quality care in the Yarra Ranges. This merger strengthens our commitment to delivering exceptional care and opens new opportunities for our team and the communities we serve.

The Opportunity

Use your expertise and passion for communication to help improve the lives of our communities.  

Reporting to the Communications Manager, the Communications Advisor will be responsible for developing accurate, timely and engaging communications plans, strategies and materials for a range of internal and external channels and audiences. 

The Max Term Part time position is 30 hours per week for 6 months (November 2024 - May 2025). The role is based in Hawthorn with flexible and hybrid work options available.   

The hourly rate for this position is $44.08 ($87,102.08 p/a pro rata), plus 11.5% superannuation along with generous salary packaging opportunities that reduce tax payable on income.

What you will be doing

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement internal and external communications plans and strategies.  
  • Research, write and deliver communications for a range of different audiences and channels.  
  • Engage with colleagues and communities to find and share stories and content to inspire and motivate.  
  • Keep our website, social media, intranet and other platforms up to date with accurate and timely information.  

What you will bring

Key Selection Criteria

  • Tertiary qualifications in communications, marketing, or a related discipline
  • Demonstrated experience in a similar communications or marketing role
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to create, write, edit and proof content for a range of audiences and channels
  • Demonstrated organisational capabilities and attention to detail with strong time management skills
  • A team player with well-developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work co-operatively with a range of people
  • High level of knowledge and experience using information systems, including Microsoft Office, Sharepoint, Wordpress, Mail Chimp, Canva and social media platforms

Attributes

  • A genuine desire to work for an organisation that makes a difference
  • An ability to work sensitively with people of diverse cultures, abilities, ages, sexualities and gender identities
  • Effective time management and strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated behaviours consistent with Access Health and Community values Access Health and Community Culture and Benefits 

At AccessHC, we offer more than just a fulfilling career; we invest in our people and provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support. Our team members share commitment and passion to make a positive impact and this ethos creates a range of benefits for our people from opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging.

Our culture promotes an environment of success and fulfilment. Join us and experience a career where you truly make a difference.

The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits:

  • Supportive and values- based culture and engaged workforce
  • Culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive
  • Commitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditions
  • Focus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth
  • Paid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leave
  • Annual leave loading
  • Generous salary packaging opportunities that reduce tax payable on income (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/entertainment expenses)

Read more about our culture and benefits: https://accesshc.org.au/culture-and-benefits

Apply Now

Submit your application including your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/

Please email, the Communications Manager at communication@accesshc.org.au

if you would like further information about the role.

We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and may appoint the role before the end of the close date.

 Applications close:  Friday 25 October 2024

Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a Child Safe Organisation that values inclusivity and diversity. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, those with lived experience of mental health and/or alcohol and other drugs (AOD) challenges, and those with diverse genders and sexualities.