Media and Communications Officer

Fremantle College; Beaconsfield; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent public school in Beaconsfield seeks a Media and Communications Officer to promote its identity and achievements through social media and other platforms. The ideal candidate will have experience in communication material creation and graphic design, and be highly organized. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to enhance the school's engagement with the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing social media platforms effectively.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with various stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks.
• Experience in graphic design and photo management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and promote the school's online presence.
• Create communication materials for marketing.
• Develop and maintain the school's website.
• Collaborate with administration on brand consistency.
• Enhance the school's reach through alumni networks.

Skills

Social media management

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Graphic design

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Canva

Adobe Photoshop

Video production software

Job description

Media and Communications Officer Branch : Fremantle College Division : Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region Salary : Level 4, $90,161 - $94,587 per annum (pro‑rate) (DOE (SSO) CA 2024) Work Type : Permanent - Full Time FTE : Location : Beaconsfield Closing Date : 2025-11-28 4 : 30 PM Attachments : -

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026

At Fremantle College we are committed to fostering your child's enthusiasm for learning and developing their curiosity and leadership. Our high expectations for academic achievement, together with our vibrant, inclusive and supportive learning environment, will ensure your child receives an outstanding education.

Student needs and interests are well catered for within all subject areas and all classrooms. Our highly skilled and experienced teaching staff provide learning opportunities and experiences that are designed to support not only their academic growth, but also their emotional development.

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The Role

As the Media and Communications Officer, you will play a key role in promoting the school’s identity and achievements. You should have a strong interest in social media and be confident in creating a range of communication materials to support marketing activities, events and whole-school initiatives. The role includes maintaining and updating the school’s website, social media channels and related software to ensure content is accurate, current and engaging.

The successful applicant will ideally build and maintain positive relationships with print and digital media outlets, as well as key internal and external stakeholders. You will actively seek opportunities to enhance the school’s online presence and extend the reach of our communications within the school community and through our Alumni network.

We are seeking someone who is ideally highly organised, detail-oriented and able to work both independently and collaboratively. Experience in school event planning and management will be highly regarded. You should be confident in photography and video production, and in managing a large image library. Experience in graphic design and the use of Adobe software such as InDesign, Canva, Illustrator and Photoshop will be highly regarded.

This position works closely with the Administration and Executive teams to ensure brand consistency and to support the development and production of publications, promotional materials and policy documents.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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Eligibility

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps :

Step 1 : Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2 : Attach your documents

Your application should include :

• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position

A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF

• Demonstrated well developed skills in using a range of social media platforms to promote the College to students, parents and the wider community.
• Demonstrated well developed written communication skills, including the ability to proofread, edit and prepare material for publication in various styles and formats and for a range of audiences.
• Demonstrated well developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build effective relationships and networks with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated well developed research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to think clearly and solve problems autonomously.
• Demonstrated initiative and well developed organisational skills with the ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment to meet conflicting timeframes.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

Advertised Vacancy Number : IPS / SS1008342

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

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