Communications Officer Content Writer Fixed Term Ft Or Pt (Remote)

Communications Officer Content Writer Fixed Term Ft Or Pt | Community Child Care Association | Australia

About the position

We’re on the hunt for a superior communicator who has an eye for detail and is a whiz when it comes to producing high-quality content for a range of audiences. This meaningful and diverse role will see you flex your creative muscles as you help shape the future of early learning in Australia.

• Preston + full-time or part-time contract until June 30, 2025 + hybrid work arrangements
• $47.93 per hour + super + time off in lieu for overtime
• Make a difference as a communications all-rounder at a leading not-for-profit

Reporting to the Communications & Marketing Manager, this position will be based in Wurundjeri land in Naarm (Preston, Melbourne).

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Planning, coordinating, creating and editing high-quality content including magazine articles, marketing materials, annual reports, case studies, social media posts and more
• Briefing and assisting key suppliers, including graphic designers and web developers, to execute deliverables on time, within budget and to a high standard
• Working effectively with key internal and external stakeholders as you tell the stories of early education and share the impact of our organisation

Skills and experience

• Ideally, you are an experienced communications professional or in a very similar field
• Ability to generate high-quality written material in various formats for a range of different audiences
• Strong editing and proofreading skills with an eye for detail and a talent for communicating complex ideas simply
• Ability to coordinate communications and marketing projects with supervision, and collaborate with a variety of stakeholders

Qualification/licences

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (e.g. bachelor’s degree with a major in communications, marketing or similar)
• Current Working with Children Check (or equivalent) or willingness to undergo such screening

Applicants will be required to provide proof of Australian working rights as part of the screening process.

Why work with us?

• Flexible working arrangements to help you manage your work-life balance, including the ability to work from home up to three days per week
• Three additional leave days over the Christmas/New Year period per year
• Free on-site car parking
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including the option to apply for study leave 
• Cultural and ceremonial leave (if applicable)
• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture

About Community Child Care Association (CCC)

CCC acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples of this nation and the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work. We recognise their continuing connection to culture, land, water and community. We pay our respects to Elders past and present. We acknowledge the strength of family connection and kinship within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and their ongoing dedication to educating and caring for children. Sovereignty of these lands was never ceded. We support Treaty.

Established in 1971, CCC is the voice of community-based education and care services. Building a strong and responsive sector is at the heart of what we do. We’re active right across the state, providing leadership and advocacy, working with governments, and supporting education and care services with membership, quality training and consultancies.

CCC is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions of each person, and respect, value and celebrate diversity. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are honoured to have an endorsed Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) which you can access via the following link: www.cccinc.org.au/reconciliation-action-plan

Our organisation is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance for child abuse.

At CCC, our organisational values and signature behaviours are important to us. They support our vision and mission and strengthen our culture. Our four signature behaviours are:

• Curious
• Imaginative
• Responsible
• United

To find out more, visit our website at www.cccinc.org.au

How to apply

Applicants can request a copy of the position description for this vacancy via reception@cccinc.org.au

Applications MUST include:

• Cover letter addressing how your skills and experience meet the position requirements
• Resume
• 2x short samples of content you’ve created including a brief description of what your contribution was

Applications should be emailed to reception@cccinc.org.au, using the subject line: Communications Officer/Content Writer application.

Applications submitted directly via SEEK will not be considered.

Queries can be directed to Stephanie Brincat (Administration Officer/Personal Assistant) via (03) 9486 3455.

Thank you for taking the time to consider CCC as your future employer and we look forward to hearing from you.

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