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This is a Fixed Term Full Time Appointment for 12 months with the possibility of extension(s) and/or Permanency.WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke-free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Healths Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicants integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.Position Profile:The Communications Officer supports the development and delivery of communication strategies to achieve WA Health priorities. The Communications Officer may be required to work on activities including:Supporting the delivery of internal and external communicationsEvents and Award programsPreparing material for publications, speeches, feature articles and social mediaSupporting the delivery of web projects and initiativesEmployee Benefits: In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.Access to salary packaging arrangementsProfessional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistanceFlexible working arrangementsFlexible leave arrangementsSelection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Simone Woodward on 08 9222 4401.If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. #J-18808-Ljbffr