Synopsis
- This is a permanent full-time opportunity based at Melbourne Town Hall
- $99,022 - $111,457 (dependent on skills & experience) + 11.5% Superannuation
- Become part of a progressive and dynamic external communications team
About City Of Melbourne
Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world's most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity. At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here.
We are the City of Melbourne a place to be bold and inspirational.
About The Role
The Social Media Advisor contributes to the success of the City of Melbourne's communications strategy by delivering a best practice approach to the day-to-day management of social media channels, content development and implementation.
This role forms part of a multi-skilled and creative team who develop, manage and innovate channel specific material across the major corporate social media channels including LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube and Threads. This role will support and advise on the delivery of timely content and engagement opportunities in line with CoM's strategic objectives. It involves navigating diverse opinions and objectives and providing the organisation with best-practice recommendations.
The team is part of the External Communications function and works collaboratively across Strategic Communications (and with selected stakeholders) to ensure a proactive, planned and compelling content calendar is delivered. This includes the development of multimedia content that can be amplified across social channels in line with agreed priorities.
To view full position description, please see attached document on job application page in Position Information.
What you will bring to City of Melbourne
- A tertiary qualification in media, film production, journalism or communications or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience with social media platforms and knowledge of best practices for publishing and promoting content to maximise reach and engagement.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven track record of creating innovative video content that stands out in the digital landscape, with specialised knowledge in producing and optimising upright (vertical or portrait-oriented) video content.
- Capacity to creatively translate complex strategic concepts into compelling and digestible content for a variety of audiences.
- A willingness to stay updated with the latest trends in video production, social media platforms, new formats and content types, editing software, and digital marketing strategies.
What we can offer you at City of Melbourne
- Attractive Remuneration and Benefits: Excellent pay package with a range of exciting benefits. Flexible working, excellent leave entitlements, study assistance and other great corporate discounts.
- Career and Leadership Development Programs: Comprehensive career and leadership development programs aimed at fostering professional growth and advancement.
- Full Time Opportunity: This is full time opportunity based in our historic Melbourne Town Hall offices.
- Work-Life Balance and Hybrid Working: At the City of Melbourne, we champion work-life balance; manage your own schedule, work from home, and explore alternative work arrangements, including ADO options.
How to apply
This is a fantastic and dynamic opportunity to build on the career you have developed to date and become an integral part of the vibrant energy that defines Melbourne city. If you have a genuine commitment and passion for making a difference, this could be the role for you!
As part of the online application form you are required to:
- Attach your resume
- Attach a cover letter addressing the requirements outlined in What you will bring to the Role (maximum 2 pages)
Please submit your application encompassing all of the above by
11:45pm Friday 19 July, 2024.
For further information about the position please refer to the position description below or contact:
Sarah Adams Manager, Social Media via email: [Confidential Information]
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City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community.
