Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 18th May 2022
- Perth > East Perth
The Uniting Church in Australia was formed in 1977, with the amalgamation of the Presbyterian, Methodist and Congregational Churches (more information about the Uniting Church WA can be found here).
The Uniting Church in Australia has always understood itself as being oriented towards justice and regularly speaks out on social and environmental issues of concern and engages with governments on matters of public policy.
A fantastic contract opportunity, until the end of December this year, has arisen for a Marketing & Communications Specialist to join the Marketing and Communications Team at the Uniting Church in Australia, Synod of Western Australia, to tell the story of the church and its vision for justice, equality and environmental protection. This position will be based at the Uniting Church Centre in East Perth.
The Marketing & Communications Unit assists the Uniting Church WA to tell its story, both internally and externally. Whether it is a congregation’s op-shop assisting those in need, a celebration of multicultural diversity, a heart-warming connection between generations or a protest calling for human rights or climate action, the Uniting Church WA has some beautiful and important stories to tell.
This is a contract appointment, between 0.7FTE to full-time opportunity (we can offer flexibility to suit you!). This role does require some attendance at evenings and weekend events; however they are scheduled with lots of notice.
This Marketing and Communications Specialist role is responsible for strategically curating and creating high-quality visual and written communications to assist the Uniting Church WA, including its Social Justice Unit, to tell its story, both internally and externally.
This role will be involved in the following areas (among others):
As part of a small team, the Marketing and Communications Specialist will need to be flexible to support other members of the team during busy periods.
The right candidate for this role will have outstanding research, writing and proofreading skills (please bring examples of work to interview).
High level computer skills including Microsoft Office, Campaign Monitor, Canva, image-editing, video-editing and other online tools is essential.
The right candidate will also possess highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, be organised, able to use initiative to solve problems, and enjoy working autonomously whilst being a team player.
This position will provide the right candidate with a personally fulfilling role, working for an organisation that makes a difference to the lives of others and values its employees.
If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Maggie Johns, Marketing and Communications Manager at [email protected] or Andrew Liepins, People and Culture Manager at [email protected] using the subject line: Marketing and Communications Specialist enquiry via EthicalJobs.
We will be reviewing applications as they are received and will be making a decision once we believe we have the right candidate.
Candidates will need to demonstrate a capacity and willingness to work within the Christian ethos and polity of the Uniting Church. Candidates must have the right to live and work within Australia.