• Full time position based on Gadigal Country in Glebe, Sydney NSW
• $98,000 - $107,000 + Super + Salary Packaging
• Flexible Friendly organisation with hybrid work options available

Our Organisation

The Benevolent Society’s vision is to build a just society where all Australians can live their best life. For more than 200 years we have supported people at the margins of society: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians; children, young people, and their families; older people; carers and people with disability. We are an independent, non-religious service provider which supports people to live life their way.

As part of The Benevolent Society's vision, we are strongly committed to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia. We remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting the economic, political, and social inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About the role

We are looking for a highly motivated, organised, and solutions-driven Internal Communications Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with the Media & Communications Manager to design and implement multi-channel internal communications campaigns that align with our strategic priorities. As a key liaison for internal communications, you will collaborate with C-suite executives to ensure messaging about organisational culture and direction is effectively communicated, engaging staff and resonating with them in the most impactful manner.

Duties

• Develop and execute effective and engaging internal communications strategies to support business objectives.
• Plan, edit and write timely content about important updates, news, events and changes to ensure our staff always feel informed and connected.
• Support change management as directed by strategy and Senior Leadership Team across mobile workforce and operation centres throughout Australia.Coordinate annual internal content calendar and internal events.
• Oversee and maintain internal communication platforms such as the Intranet site and Workplace.
• Monitor channel effectiveness and proactively seek opportunities for improvement.
• Provide advice and support for strategic initiatives across the business.

Our Benefits

We support people to live their best life. That includes you, our employee. A ‘best life’ is unique to everyone and can change as life changes:

• Salary Benefits -You can package up to $15,900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay!
• Motor Vehicle Packaging Options – to suit your lifestyle.
• Work/Life Balance - Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including hybrid home/office options, and accrue an additional day off each month (a bonus of 12 days per year) as a full-time employee.
• Recognition and Reward - Sector competitive remuneration, various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.
• Wellness - Stay fit with a Fitness passport, utilise our Employee Assistance Program, and even purchase additional leave.
• Professional Development - We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment, fulfilment, and growth.
• Our Reconciliation Commitment – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave, as well as the option to be a voice on reference networking groups, the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and your social and emotional wellbeing.

Skills and experience

We want you to be successful in your new role! This means you’ll have minimum 5+ years' experience in an internal communications role plus:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and ability to work autonomously.
• Strong project management skills and demonstrated experience responding to needs from multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• High proficiency in communication tools and software, including Microsoft 365 suite, Intranet platforms, Workplace, Campaign Monitor and Canva.
• Experience launching new employee communication platforms desirable.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong working relationships.
• Degree qualified in Communications or related discipline.
• Understanding of human services.

If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace.

Apply online today!

Please submit your current CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role.

To find out more about this role, you can contact Elizabeth Johnson, Media & Communications Manager on [email protected] using the subject line: Internal Communications Specialist enquiry via EthicalJobs.

The Benevolent Society respects and promotes human rights and diversity. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are not only welcomed but valued. We pride ourselves on being a client safe and child safe organisation, which is why all staff and volunteers undergo comprehensive employment screening. We value relationships with local Aboriginal community and welcome applications from its members. To ensure you are best supported with your application if you have any specific needs requiring a reasonable adjustment, let us know what accommodations you require.

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