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Join to apply for the Communications and Engagement Officer role at Centacare North Queensland (NQ)6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsIntroduction:Centacare North Queensland is a not-for-profit organisation that provides counselling, family support, mediation, family dispute resolution, disability services, education and courses, crisis housing and homelessness support, youth services, community engagement and NDIS services. Centacare services the North Queensland community from offices in Townsville, Ayr, Bowen, Mt Isa, Cloncurry and Normanton.Benefits You Will Enjoy:SCHADS L4 SalaryGreat NFP Salary Sacrifice options available to reduce your taxable salary by $15,900 p.a. with Eziway Salary Packaging5 Weeks Annual Leave + 17.5% leave loadingBirthday Leave + Other Above Award BenefitsExtensive support and investment in your Professional DevelopmentPart time role - 30.4 hours a week for first 5 months then 22.8 hours permanent ongoingDescription:We are looking for a creative Communication and Marketing specialist with a passion for planning, engaging and leading marketing campaigns and activities in a community focused environment.Joining a values driven, supportive and inclusive team you will:In consultation with senior leadership, lead the development and execution of internal & external communicationsDevelopment and management of promotional materialsMaintain and update digital media & digital platformsAdvice and assist with fundraising campaigns, promotional activities and networking opportunitiesLiaise with internal and external stakeholders promoting brand awarenessArrange and participate in meetings, conferences and organisational wide activitiesCoordinate and manage organisational eventsSkills and Experiences:To be successful in this role you will have:Possession of a relevant degree, certificate or experience in marketing, communications and promotions, as well as a minimum of 2 years recent experience in a similar role.Demonstrated commitment to supporting an organisation fulfil its commitment to working in an inclusive and culturally capable way.Possession of a C class licence and Possession of a current Positive Notice for Child related Employment (Blue Card) and a Yellow Card Exemption.Demonstrated experience developing a wide range of communication and promotional material targeted to a range of audiences and for diverse channels including print, video, web, social media and face to face.Previous experience with Search Engine Marketing, Search Engine Optimisation and social media campaigns.Demonstrated experience in the effective use of design software in a commercial business setting, specifically Adobe (Photoshop), Canva and other related software.Strong communication skills, including a demonstrated capacity to develop reports and media articles. The ability to effectively communicate with (and develop communication for) a diverse stakeholder audience.Demonstrated experience in developing and building positive, professional networking relationships to support the organisations strategic and operational goals.Desirable:Relevant experience in Community Services and or within a Not-For-Profit or Faith Based sectors.Willingness and ability to travel to outreach locations on occasion.Applying: If you are interested in applying for a position, please provide a brief cover letter outlining your experience relevant to this role along with a copy of your Resume. Only applicants that are shortlisted will be contacted.If you have not received any contact within 30 days of the commencement of this ad, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. We wish you all the very best in your future applications.Centacare North Queensland is a Child Safe and Equal Opportunities Employer. People from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. To be considered for a position, applicants must hold a current Blue Card, hold/be eligible for a Disability Worker Screening (Yellow Card), and have appropriate work rights in Australia.Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typePart-timeJob functionMarketing, Public Relations, and Writing/EditingIndustries: Individual and Family Services #J-18808-Ljbffr