Senior Communication Adviser - Multimedia
Senior Communication Adviser - Multimedia
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Senior Communication Adviser Multimedia
Job no: 493609
Work type: Full Time
Location: Head Office Canberra Melbourne
Classification: DHA Level 6
About us
DHA was established in 1988 following passage of the Defence Housing Australia Act 1987 (DHA Act) to provide adequate and suitable housing for and housing related services to members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and their families. We remain committed to our purpose of providing housing and housing related services to ADF members and their families to support Defences operational needs.
DHA manages an expanding portfolio of housing solutions and provides housing for over 17200 ADF members and their families and administers rent allowance for more than 16000 ADF members and their families in private rental accommodation. DHA provides housing related services advising on eligibility providing posting support and managing bookings and allocation services for all DHA provisioned housing and onbase accommodation to approximately 60000 ADF members.
To find out more about DHA please refer to our or read our latest Annual Report.
About your team
Governance and Communication Branch is responsible for administering DHAs overarching governance frameworks and leading internal and external communication media management and brand.
The Communication and Media Team are trusted advisors to internal and external stakeholders on better practice communication and media management. The team are energetic and highly motivated to continuously improve delivery of internal and external communication strategies and media management in support of DHAs Corporate Plan and underlying deliverables. This includes major programs of change internal and external communication campaigns and business as usual.
About the role
The Senior Communication Adviser (Multimedia) will contribute to the digital content creation for DHA managing the establishment and distribution of multimedia content through various channels and aligning content purpose with DHAs strategic outcomes. This role is crucial in driving awareness engagement and alignment with DHAs mission across digital platforms while collaborating closely with the broader corporate services.
As a member of the Communications team this position is responsible for the daytoday management of DHAs social media channels including supporting the development and implementation of the social media strategy as well as supporting other activities of the Communications team and broader agency.
You will possess sound communication and interpersonal skills have the ability to work autonomously and be a committed team player. You will have the ability to represent DHA in a professional capacity and develop effective business relationships.
Benefits for working at DHA include:
- 15.4 superannuation
- Generous leave entitlements including 18 days personal leave and 20 days annual leave per year
- Worklife balance
- A positive workplace culture where you can bring your whole self to work
- Opportunities to broaden your industry knowledge and experience
- Career progression and opportunities
- ADF partner employment conditions when posting to a new location
For information on DHAs Employee Value Proposition visit our website.
How to apply
To apply click the Apply Now button below. When applying you will be asked to provide the following:
- A current CV (no more than 3 pages)
- Up to three 3 work samples that showcase your communications expertise. These can include written visual or multimedia pieces such as videos social media campaigns communication strategies or content youve developed for internal or external audiences. These samples will help us better understand your style approach and the impact of your work.
- A written pitch of no more than 500 words outlining how your skills experience and knowledge are relevant to the role and describing the contribution you can make to DHA.
We recommend you read the Australian Public Service Commissions Cracking the Code guidance on how to write your response. Additionally you should consider the expected behaviours described in the Australian Public Service Commissions Integrated Leadership System at this roles level.
For further information on the position please refer to the Candidate Information Pack.
Order of Merit
A merit pool will be established from this process which will be valid for 18 months from the date of advertising. This merit pool may be used throughout this period to fill similar positions in the event positions become vacant.
Inclusion and Diversity
DHA is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from across our community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those who identify as LGBTIQ exdefence members mature aged employees and carers.
RecruitAbility
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: with DHA is conditional on successful applicants demonstrating that they are an Australian citizen and can obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level.
Position Eligibility Requirements
Employment with DHA is conditional on successful applicants demonstrating that they are an Australian citizen meeting the required medical standards and obtaining and maintaining a security clearance at the required level.
Applications close
11:55pm AEST Thursday 24 April 2025
Any questions Please contact:
Alexandra Moore Communications Portfolio Manager
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Advertised: AUS Eastern Standard TimeApplications close: AUS Eastern Standard Time
Employee Referral
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
