Communications and Engagement Officer

About the Organisation

Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services LTD (KAMS) is a well-established regional Aboriginal community controlled health service, founded in 1986, which provides centralised advocacy and resource support for 6 independent member services, as well as providing direct clinical services in a further 6 remote Aboriginal communities across the region.

KAMS has successfully delivered high-quality, accessible comprehensive primary health care services over its 22 years of operation and has provided innovation and national leadership in areas such as health information management and evidence based best practice in primary health care.

The Kimberley region is located in the northern part of Western Australia and covers about 421,000 square kilometres. The Kimberley has only three towns with a population of more than 2,000 (Broome, Derby and Kununurra), and the total population is around 37,000. In addition to the sealed Route 1 which runs along the southern part of the area, the unsealed Gibb River Road runs through the heart of the region from Derby to the highway near Kununurra. Access to much of the region is by dirt road, air or sea.

About the Opportunity 

KAMS now has an opportunity for a Communications and Engagement Officer to join the Communications Team in Broome WA, on a full-time basis.

The Communications and Engagement Officer reports to and is directly accountable to the Senior Manager Communications. The position is responsible for leading the delivery of culturally safe, effective, and consistent internal and external communications across KAMS, KRS and Member Services.

Aligned with the KAMS Strategic Plan and Communications and Engagement Strategy, the role develops, implements, and reviews a range of communication initiatives, including publications, promotional materials, website and social media content.

In partnership with the Senior Manager, Communications, the role will lead the coordination of key projects:

• Implementation of the new KAMS Style Guide
• Development of a new KAMS website
• Development a KAMS social media strategy
• Development a new KAMS newsletter

Ideally, you would have excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain a variety of information in a difference way to suit various audiences.

To view the position description, please click here.

Please note: It is a requirement that successful candidates be willing to undergo a National Police Check prior to employment with KAMS.

About the Benefits

KAMS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, staff development programs are not only encouraged but are often paid for by KAMS. This role is a highly attractive opportunity for someone with a desire to develop their professional knowledge and experience in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health!

While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive salary package including a base salary of $99,766 plus super and a further host of benefits, including:

• District allowance $2,920 p.a pro rata;
• Electricity allowance $1,440 p.a pro rata;
• Accommodation allowance $13,000 p.a. pro rata;
• Annual airfares subsidy to the value of $1,285 p.a. (after 12 months of service); and
• 5 weeks annual leave p.a.; 

This is an excellent opportunity to make a positive difference — Apply Now!