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Communications Officer

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30 Aughtie Dr, Albert Park VIC 3206, Australia
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12.3% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. State Sports Centres postings stay open a median of 21 days.

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  6. 58.1%60 days
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State Sports Centres median: 21 days open

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About the role: The Communications Officer will support a broad range of communications with SSCT staff, patrons, hirers, sports organisations and government. This is a newly created role that the successful candidate can make their own and bring their specific skillset and passion areas to support SSCT’s communications functions. You’ll get exposure to a variety of communications functions in this generalist role, and will receive guidance and direction within a specialised communications department. Reporting to the Communications Business Partner, you’ll work with teams across the business to gather information on its activities and events. You’ll use these insights to promote SSCT’s value to the Victorian sporting community, uphold its reputation and effectively report to government. You’ll use your writing and multimedia skills to develop copy and media assets that are professional and compelling, ensuring our stakeholders are informed and engaged with sport and what’s happening at our venues. As the Communications Officer your primary responsibilities will include:

Produce and publish a wide variety of formal and informal communications including bulletins, newsletters and social media content across various channels, including web, intranet, emails, social media and digital noticeboards. Deliver consistent content strategies for social media channels and the SSCT website. Monitor content performance, test new formats, and refine strategies as required. Apply consistent organisational brand, style and tone, and support the development and maintenance of style guides. Edit and proofread written materials prepared by others, ensuring grammatical accuracy, consistent tone and the needs of the audience are met. Support the development and maintenance of systems that enable effective and efficient communication within SSCT, including the organisation’s intranet. Support members of the executive and senior leadership teams to prepare correspondence, presentations and other written communications as required. Under the supervision and direction of the Communications Business Partner, support the organisation’s response to media organisations including filming requests. Perform additional and ad-hoc operational and administrative duties aligned with the requirements of the position, continuous improvement and as requested.

Required skills and qualifications:

Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Tertiary qualifications, or working towards tertiary qualifications, in communications, media or journalism (or similar). Demonstrated writing, editing and proofing skills & an appropriate attention to detail. Demonstrated experience in writing and publishing online content including the management of social media channels. Working knowledge and understanding of, and the ability to apply Victorian Government standards and procedures for accessibility, discoverability (search) and usability, or the demonstrated ability to quickly acquire the same. Experience in the use of visual and graphic design to support effective communication strategies. Sound stakeholder management skills including the ability to collaborate, negotiate and build trust with others.

Why is this a great place to work? You will love working at the State Sport Centres. Here’s just a few reasons why: Our patrons and teams

You’ll be surrounded by elite athletes daily and supporting a wide range of elite sports and world-class events, as well as community sport and recreation You’ll be challenged daily and can develop your career and as a person You’ll be part of a dynamic and supportive team of people who are great to work with

Our workplace

Flexible working arrangements, including multiple venues and working from home Training and professional development Employee Assistance Program providing free confidential support for your mental health Inclusive environment recognising our diverse workforce and community Employee recognition through our Values in Action program

Our venues

Free parking MSAC Gym and Performance membership including family and friends’ discounts Discount at SSCT food & beverage and retail outlets Complimentary court hire for casual bookings across SSCT venues

Click here to see all our staff benefits About State Sport Centres: The State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT) operates and maintains more than $1 billion assets, including four of Australia’s largest multi-sport venues: the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC), the State Netball and Hockey Centre (SNHC), Lakeside Stadium incorporating the State Athletics Centre, and Knox Regional Sports Park including the State Basketball Centre (SBC). Unlike other major international standard venues that host sport and entertainment events, SSCT venues also provide access for users at all levels. This ranges from elite and professional athletes to school and community participants 7 days per week, up to 16 hours a day. By providing access for all, SSCT makes a unique and significant contribution to Victoria’s sports community. Four workplace Values underpin the work we do: Teamwork, Safety, Excellence and Respect. Join us in our mission to help people to be excited about sport, engage in healthy activity and feel inspired to be their best. How to apply Please send through a resume and cover letter supporting your application for this role. We will be reviewing applications as they arrive. For further information please contact Jake Hitchcock-Yoo, Talent Acquisition on 03 9926 1440 SSCT values diversity, is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and from people with disabilities. The State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children of young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have a zero tolerance for racism, child abuse, discrimination and inequality. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are visitors to our venues and facilities. Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check before being able to commence employment. PD Communications Officer (July2026).docx.pdf

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