Communications Officer

1 x Permanent Full Time position The OrganisationLotterywest is uniquely the only Government owned and operated lottery in Australia. We have supported the community for over 90 years with the purpose to operate a responsible and sustainable lottery that leaves an enduring positive impact for WA.Lotterywest is also the employing agency for Healthway, the only State Government department dedicated to health promotion. For over 30 years, Healthway has funded projects and research to inspire Western Australians to live healthier lives. About the Role:An exciting opportunity exists for a Communications Officer (internally known as Stakeholder Communications Officer) to support the development and implementation of communication strategies and engagement plans across a range of stakeholders and audiences. You will support the delivery of quality communications and engagement activities for staff and contribute to Lotterywests staff engagement and positive culture.Key areas of focus include:Internal communications planning and deliveryStakeholder engagementAnalysis and evaluation of communication strategies contributing to continuous improvementEvent management for exciting events including all staff meetings and lunch'n'learnsDigital content creation, including video and photographyWritten content for internal communications including newsletters, bespoke EDMS, video scripts and speech notesAbout you, you have:Experience developing and implementing communication plans and strategies across a range of stakeholders and audiences.Experience creating and editing content across communication channels including written, video and digital.Good written communication and experience preparing communications materials including newsletters, bespoke eDMS, video scripts and speech notes.The ability to effectively work with diverse groups of people.Good time management and experience leading the planning and organising of events What we OfferBeing part of Australia's only government-owned Lottery comes with a lot of responsibility, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. We own the outcome of our actions and by directly contributing to player safety and a more hopeful community life for Western Australians, working at Lotterywest is naturally rewarding for all involved.Our workplace strives to provide an environment for you to feel valued and supported, so that you can help create the kind of positive impact we want to see. Our employee benefits include:A purpose-led organisation, with hybrid working arrangements.Up to 3 additional public service holidaysA workplace that is committed to ensuring you pursue professional development opportunitiesAn active employee wellbeing program, with a variety of social, diversity and wellness events.Quarterly volunteering leave entitlementAccess to become a Fitness Passport memberA central Head Office location in the heart of Subiaco, with excellent access to public transport, a range of public parking options and end-of-trip facilities for staff choosing to cycle, run or walk to work. Join Lotterywest If you are driven to succeed and drive change within our organisation and in the WA community, we’d love to hear from you. To be sure this role is right for you, please click 'apply now' and read the attached job description.Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit the following documents in Word or PDF format only:A current resume/CVA cover letter of no more than two (2) pages addressing your experience and capability against all essential selection criteriaDemonstrated experience in developing and implementing communication plans and strategies across a range of stakeholders and audiences.Demonstrated experience in creating and editing high quality content for a range of communication channels including written, video and digital.Demonstrated communication skills with the ability to prepare and develop a range of communications materials including newsletters, bespoke eDMS, video scripts and speech notes for internal audiences.Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively work with diverse groups of people.Experience leading the planning and organising of events with the ability to manage time effectively. Substantive Equality StatementLotterywest and Healthway strive to create a hopeful, healthy, connected and sustainable community life for all Western Australians, where diversity is encouraged, and everyone is respected, welcomed, supported, and treated equally. We value the strength of a diverse workforce and view inclusivity as essential to our success. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace and community that encourages employees to be themselves.We seek and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds and cultures including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+ and people with disability. For further job related information:Enquiries about the role can be directed to Hermione Coleman, Manager Project Communications and Stakeholder Engagement on (08) 9488 6359. Closing date: 9:30am Thursday 1 May 2025Unfortunately, we can’t accept late applications so please allow yourself enough time to complete your application before the due date and time.