Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 15th Jul 2024
- Sydney > Glebe
The Sax Institute is an independent, not for profit organisation that improves health and wellbeing by driving better use of evidence in policies, programs and services.
The Institute has an international reputation as an Evidence Specialist, and nearly 20 years’ experience in translating research findings into policy drawing on our own expertise as well as that of our more than 50 member organisations. We work with governments, health organisations, research organisations and a network of experts nationwide to analyse policy problems and find the best evidence-based solutions.
The Australian Prevention Partnership Centre (the Prevention Centre) is embedded as a Centre at the Sax Institute. Through our partnerships, the Prevention Centre aims to better inform policy and program decision-making about what works in preventing chronic disease and in more effective implementation of prevention approaches.
Our office is based in Glebe, Sydney and we offer great flexible and remote working arrangements. We come to the office for a purpose—to connect and to collaborate—with flexibility to choose your location of work outside these times. Our staff employee engagement survey showed our staff are proud to work here at the Institute and would recommend it as a great place to work. Read on to learn how to join the team!
With brilliant work happening through the Prevention Centre, a fantastic opportunity exists for a Senior Communications Officer to join our team. Reporting to the Director, Science Communication, this collaborative role will write, edit and produce high-quality communications about the Prevention Centre, its work and people.
This is a great role for someone who is truly passionate about writing and has an ability to turn complex concepts quickly and efficiently into targeted messages for diverse audiences.
Although no two days will be the same, responsibilities will include:
Essential:
Our new Senior Communications Officer will be able to show the following skills and experience:
Although experience in health writing and the public health space more broadly would be ideal, we understand that experience gained in other industries would be relevant too.
If this sounds interesting, please go to the Careers Opportunities page of our website to read more about the position: https://www.saxinstitute.org.au/about-us/career-opportunities/
Please click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.
Please contact the Prevention Centre if you have further questions about the role at [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Communications Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.
The Sax Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.