• Salary: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 p.a. (pro-rata) + Super + NFP salary packing 
• Job Type: Permanent - Part Time
• Location: Nundah

Join EPIC Assist as a Senior Marketing & Communications Officer for 32 hours a week part time! Shape our digital presence, drive content, manage internal and external communications, and boost our brand. Work with a passionate team at our new Nundah hub in North Brisbane.

Job Description

EPIC has been helping people with disability find and maintain employment for over 30 years. At EPIC our staff members are passionate and driven. Everyone at EPIC makes a difference in people’s lives, and we work hard to create a fair and equal society for people with disability. Your role contributes to our mission. So, are you ready to use your skills and experience to make an impact on the lives of people with disability?

EPIC Assist is seeking an experienced marketing professional to join our small and passionate team. You will approach your work with curiosity and empathy, with our job seekers, employers, and community partners at the forefront of every piece of communication.

Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Manager, the Senior Marketing & Communications Officer has a diverse range of responsibilities. Working from our new Support Hub in Nundah, north of Brisbane, we are looking for a passionate and strategic marketing and communications professional to play a pivotal role in elevating EPIC’s brand across platforms. In this role you will:

• Oversee our social media strategy and guide our social media Officer in creating lead generation campaigns and engaging content.
• Be a key driver of EPIC’s content strategy across various channels, including shaping EPIC’s website
• Develop flyers, brochures and other resources for participants, employers and EPIC staff – these materials support our participants in their job search, support the effective communication of partnering with EPIC, and provide ready-made tools for our staff to share with clients and partners!
• Drive internal communications ensuring that vital information and good new stories are shared across EPIC. With teams spread across Queensland, New South Wales and Tasmania, your efforts play a key role in keeping everyone connected.
• Develop strong partnerships and collaborate with third- party agencies to support the continuous improvement of EPIC’s marketing and communications strategies.
• Partner with other teams to bring exciting projects to life.

A day in the life

Every day is different! As part of a small team, you will have exposure across many activities. An example day in the life could include:

• Interview and take photos of a participant and employer in the workplace to share their success story.
• Meet with internal stakeholders to brainstorm ideas for advertising campaigns.
• Time for a break – enjoy a short stroll in the sunshine or visit the local café.
• Develop engaging content for our website.
• Plan the upcoming professional development session you will facilitate for our Social Media Officer. 

What you need to be successful in this role

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism or similar.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a marketing and communications role with demonstrated ability to work on a broad variety of projects.
• Exceptional written and spoken communication skills, with high attention to detail.
• Strategic thinker with a grasp of consumer needs and market trends with capability to align these with EPIC’s organisational objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement marketing content and creative.
• Extensive experience in WordPress, web publishing and managing digital marketing campaigns.

In addition, Adobe Creative Suite experience (InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere), photography skills, and/or knowledge of Accessible Communication principles and guidelines will be highly regarded.

EPIC benefits

• Flexible working – flexible start and finish times and work from home opportunities.
• Accelerate your career through ongoing learning and professional developmental opportunities. 
• Base salary + superannuation + generous not-for-profit salary packaging (up to $15,900 per year, increasing your take home pay).
• Support during tough times. Our Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling service) is available 24 hours a day to employees and immediate family members.
• Access to Smiling Mind’s premium wellbeing and meditation program.
• Exclusive discounts through Flare Benefits – access to hundreds of everyday savings!
• Newly built modern office with sit to stand desk.
• Refer a friend incentive. Earn up to $500 for each successful employee you refer.
• An extra day off on your birthday with a bonus allowance.
• Additional superannuation based on length of service and superannuation co-contribution of up to $1500.
• Discounted Medibank Corporate Health Cover for you and your family.
• Tax free entertainment card through our salary packaging partner Access Pay.

What you’ll need to start in this role

• Current driver's license.
• Working with Children Clearance, or willing to obtain one.
• National police check.
• Proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

We can assist the successful applicant in obtaining a Working with Children Clearance and police check.

We make diverse and inclusive hiring a priority

At EPIC we encourage and support everyone from all backgrounds. We provide equal employment opportunity and make flexible arrangements to ensure everyone feels welcome at EPIC.

What’s next?

Apply via the "Apply Now" button.

We will begin to shortlist candidates within the first week of recruitment.

If you have any questions regarding the position or require any assistance or adjustments prior to interview, please contact our People Experience team at [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Marketing and Communications Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs or on (07) 3857 5085.