• Internal and external communications 
• Be part of a values-driven organisation with impact
• $75K plus Super, salary packaging, hybrid work arrangements

Your new organisation

At Merri Health, we strive to enrich diverse communities through the provision of quality health care and support services.  A career at Merri will see you contributing to a culture that affects change for our clients and the wider community.  We are committed to supporting the talent and skills of our employees because we know their capability is the key to our success.

Your new role

As a Communications Advisor in this 12 month role, you will be responsible for:

• Coordinating communications, PR and media engagement for Carer Gateway Victoria led by Merri Health
• Developing and implementing the internal/partner Carer Gateway communications plan
• Researching and leading the implementation of a user-friendly, out of the box Intranet platform solution
• Producing content for Merri Health’s digital and social media platforms
• Leading coordination and promotion of Carer Gateway Victoria events and promotional activities 
• Developing and distributing internal and external electronic and print communications for Carer Gateway presentations, reports, newsletters, articles
• Liaising with suppliers including creative agencies, designers, printers and copywriters as required
• Identifying PR and media opportunities for Carer Gateway and Merri Health, preparing media materials and pitching to media
• Liaising with our PR agency and other suppliers to execute media and communications campaigns

What you’ll need to succeed

To be successful with Merri you will go above and beyond to achieve great results for our clients, the organisation and yourself. We’re looking for individuals with:

• Qualifications and minimum three (3) years’ experience in a similar communications, PR or marketing role
• High level verbal and written communication skills
• Experience planning and implementing media, internal and external communication campaigns
• Intermediate-advanced IT computer literacy 

What we offer

We offer a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which encourages you to bring your whole self to work.  As the successful applicant you’ll be joining an organisation where you will be supported to grow, learn and develop your skills to reach your potential.

You will also have access to generous salary packaging, purchase leave and flexible work arrangement options.

What you need to do now

If this position captures your interest, take a few minutes to learn more about us on our website.  If you would like to review the position description or have any questions about the role please refer to our Career Portal for further information

Merri Health will only accept applications that are submitted via our Career Portal.

What else do I need to know

Preferred candidates will be subject to comprehensive reference and pre-employment background checking conducted by Merri Health prior to an offer of employment, including criminal record history check, NDIS worker screening and other employee screening and credential checks as determined by the position description.

All candidates must have the right to work in Australia. Merri Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring a safe environment for children and young people.

We encourage individuals of diverse backgrounds including but not limited to those from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, the LGBTIQA+ community and those living with a disability to apply.