Public Sector CSA Agreement 2022 - Level 4 - $87,712 - $92,057We currently have one (1) permanent full-time position available for immediate filling.This selection process may be used to fill other similar at level vacancies that arise within twelve (12) months. Applicants deemed suitable but not recommended may be considered for those roles.About UsAs Western Australia’s leading hazard management agency, DFES performs a critical role coordinating emergency services for a range of natural disasters and emergency incidents threatening life and property.By empowering our people, we create a diverse and capable organisation where we are united and supportive allowing us to work better together. It’s crucial that as a collective, our employees, volunteers and the general public have all the tools they need to safely and effectively manage emergency events.About the RoleThe advertised role operates within the Digital and Campaigns branch of DFES, which is responsible for managing an extensive range of digital communication projects and platforms, as well as public safety and recruitment campaigns. This includes strategic digital projects such as DFES’ corporate website, ‘My Bushfire Plan’ (Australia’s first bushfire preparedness app), writing and developing creative content, leveraging pop culture and trends to promote our services and people, engaging with a range of internal and external stakeholders, and moderation across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedIn.You’ll be an integral part of our Digital and Campaigns team and will be able to apply your communication skills and creativity to create content that will keep people safe, and our online audience engaged.You’ll have the ability to spot trends and develop recommendations to continually improve the Department’s presence in the digital landscape. In addition, you’ll have the ability to evaluate performance across platforms and report on the effectiveness of content.One day you might be making TikToks that showcase the work of firefighters, volunteers and other emergency services workers. Other days, you might be supporting safety or recruitment campaigns by creating content fit for social media platforms.You’ll write creative copy leveraging pop culture and current trends across various social media channels to promote our services and the people who deliver them.You’ll also learn a lot, work with passionate and dedicated people and get unique crisis communications experience during emergencies across the State.The skills you’ll needGreat communication.
This means speaking, listening, and writing at a high level.Creativity.
Getting cut through is important, so you’ll need the ability to say the same thing in a different way.Organised.
You’ll often have a lot going on, so you’ll need to stay on top of everything and be comfortable working under pressure.Knowledgeable about social media.
You’ll need to know the ins and outs of social media and the various digital and social platforms, particularly Meta.Project management.
You’ll need to be an excellent communicator with the ability to develop design briefs and work with vendors to develop graphic design and video content.Congeniality.
It’s a word you won’t often see in a job ad, but it means you’ll need to get on with people from all walks of life.Flexibility.
There may be times when you’re required to work outside your normal hours.To apply for this position, please submit the following:A maximum of three (3) examples that demonstrate your creativity.A resume that tells us who you are, where you’ve been, and what you’ve done that aligns to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and Essential Criteria.Eligibility To ApplyYou must be an Australian Citizen or hold permanent residency.National Police CertificateA condition of employment for new employees of DFES is that a current National Police Certificate (less than 3 months old) is provided prior to commencement.DFES Supports Diversity and InclusionDFES supports inclusion and diversity and advocates the value of inclusiveness where all DFES personnel are encouraged to contribute fully and are recognised and valued for their differences in an environment that is free from discrimination.
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Digital Communications Officer