Team Leader Communications

Permanent Full Time

$105,392 - $108,935 per annum (plus 11.5% super and annual pay increases)

Flexible working arrangements available including flexitime, WFH and RDOs

Who we are

At Surf Coast Shire Council, we care about our people and our community, and we exist to support both to thrive. We are a region full of spectacular coastline, scenic rainforests, rural hinterland, and magnificent beaches, not to mention the Great Ocean Road, one of the tourists draw cards of Australia. The Surf Coast is among the fastest growing regional municipalities in Victoria.

Our employees enjoy a supportive and connected culture, flexible work-life balance offering hybrid flexible working options, free staff onsite parking and much more.

We empower our people to do their best and be proud of their achievements. We have a commitment to growth and development with opportunities for learning and growth.  Our employees enjoy a contemporary working environment with flexibility and hybrid working arrangements.

Your new career

Council’s Communications and Community Engagement Team lead the development and implementation of best practice communications and community engagement processes, policies, and strategies.

As the Team Leader Communications, you will lead a team of skilled Communications Advisors in the development and execution of communications plans and campaigns to support key Council projects and initiatives.  You will provide quality communications advice to support leaders, internal stakeholders, partners, and project owners.

What you will bring to the role

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated person who can use exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to lead the team in the delivery of effective communications strategies.  

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Exceptional communications skills, including experience in managing communications workflow.
• Relevant leadership experience.

Key Selection Criteria

Mandatory qualifications, experience and requirements

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g. public relations, marketing, communications), with several years of subsequent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to strengthen a team.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering a range of communications practices that are high quality and consistent.
• Ability to consistently leave a positive impression when working with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to provide frank and fearless advice to senior management and Councillors.
• Qualification Check
• A current Working With Children Check
• You have the permanent right to live and work in Australia
• Police Check results that are suitable for this position (will be arranged by Surf Coast Shire Council).
  A complete international criminal history check is required if the person has worked or lived overseas for any period of time OR a complete national criminal history check is required if the person has only ever worked in Australia.

Desirable qualifications and experience

• Experience in local government.
• Content management and multimedia production skills.

What you’ll love working with us

Council embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages applications from skilled people from all walks of life.

We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.

There are numerous social activities throughout the year available as well as the benefits of:

• Flexible working arrangements including working from home and flexi time options, RDOs
• Employee Assistance Program and award-winning staff wellbeing program
• Career development and learning opportunities, we help our people grow
• Purchase of additional annual leave
• Free onsite parking
• Leave loading.

For more information

More information on the role accountabilities and the key selection criteria can be found in the position description above.

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Shannon Fielder on 0400 827 714

How to apply

Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:

• cover letter
• statement addressing the selection criteria
• copy of your resume.

Please note that only applications with a statement addressing the selection criteria will be considered for this position.

Simply complete the application process by clicking the "Apply Now" button and we'll be in touch with you shortly regarding your application.

Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday 15 September

Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer.