Manager Digital Communications

Vacancy Reference No. 692694Lead the future of digital communications for WA HealthAre you ready to use your creative talent and expertise to shape how we connect with Western Australians in a digital world?As Manager Digital Communications, you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming the way the Department of Health engages with our community. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the strategic delivery of digital communications that inform, inspire, and empower.

You’ll drive the development and execution of innovative digital strategies and campaigns, oversee the evolution of our online presence, and guide the design of impactful content across social media, websites, and internal platforms. Working closely with stakeholders, you’ll identify emerging needs and deliver solutions that make a real difference. This is more than a leadership role, it’s your chance to shape and influence the future of public health communication in WA. WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.

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 Health’s 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. Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility.

WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

While 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. Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

12 % employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here. 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 Bronwen Kelly on 08 9222 4273. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www. jobs. health. wa. gov. au).

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria 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 on the closing date will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.