Communications and Marketing Officer

Position Title: Communications and Marketing Officer Classification: Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 – Social and Community Services Employee, Level 4.1 (salary packaging available) Total Remuneration: $88,090 per annum (Pro‑Rata if applicable), plus 12% Superannuation, with available salary sacrifice option. Level 4.1 Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 Hours: Permanent / Full time 38 hours per week – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Location: Brisbane ABOUT QUEENSLANDERS WITH DISABILITY NETWORK LTD (QDN) QDN is a member based representative body of over 2,000 people with a disability and their supporters. Our vision is that people with disability are active and valued citizens of Queensland. Our mission is to empower people with disability to be fully included as citizens in the social and economic life of the community. QDN’s work is centred around a strong state‑wide network of people with disability across Queensland, to inform, connect, lead and influence change to deliver an inclusive Queensland community. POSITION SCOPE AND PURPOSE The Communications and Marketing Officer reports to the Manager – Projects and Innovation. This position works as part of a team where interdependencies and collaboration with colleagues, QDN members and internal and external stakeholders is critical to the successful delivery of projects, services and activities. The appointee will work within the requirements of relevant legislation including the Queensland Human Rights Act, and QDN Quality System and demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement and contribute to internal and external auditing processes as required under ISO9001. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Fulfil this role in accordance with QDN’s policies and procedures, and: tell the stories of our members by working with teams to assist in gathering member stories. develop communications and digital media content for QDN channels including newsletters, social media and website. provide communications to assist with organising forums, meetings and events (in‑person and online) setting up QDN events and managing event platforms (Zoom, Eventbrite). Booking interpreters/captioning. undertake and contribute to the development of accessible content. support activities to identify and assist with media opportunities. maintain QDN’s paper and electronic records and documents in accordance with the organisation’s procedures. provide support for incoming calls and emails as required. promote membership growth activities through communication channels in line with strategic and organisational plans. ensure compliance with QDN’s Quality Management System. other duties as required by the Line Manager, CEO or General Manager. KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES The essential knowledge, skills, and attributes of the appointee include: strong verbal and written communication and engagement skills that cover a broad range of stakeholders including people with disability, community and government organisations and private business. well‑developed communication, inter‑personal and negotiation skills, including the ability to communicate effectively via phone, written and online. ability to interview members and communicate a story with key messaging. ability to deal with sensitive matters with discretion (confidentially and tactfully); be able to plan and prioritise your workload. the ability to follow set procedures, with attention to detail. be able to handle multiple tasks and see each through to completion to hit key deadlines. strong computer literacy skills across Microsoft office suite, Canva, event platforms, Zoom, video editing and handling social media. work within a team environment and independently as required. Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role. commitment to QDN’s values, mission and vision. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications and/or relevant experience in the areas of marketing, communications or a related field. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Yellow Card (NDIS Worker Screening) Evidence of the right to work in Australia A current Queensland Driver’s Licence. A position description is attached. #J-18808-Ljbffr