Careers at Rocky Bay

Close‑knit, friendly team environment with flexible work arrangements

Competitive salary and salary packaging (up to $18,550)

Rewarding career in a value-driven not-for-profit organisation

About this role:

Rocky Bay is seeking a passionate and proactive Public Relations, Communications and Events Advisor to join our close‑knit marketing team.

Reporting to the Brand and Engagement Manager and providing leadership to a Senior PR and Communications Officer and a Content and Communications Officer, you’ll play a key role in shaping our brand and communications impact.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, delivering engaging communications across print, web and social media and traditional media. This is your chance to take the lead on Rocky Bay’s public relations, communications and events strategy.

As a hands-on leader, you will have:

• Experience in communications, public relations, journalism, event management or related discipline
• Outstanding communication, influencing and engagement skills
• A proven successful track record in event management
• Able to build and sustain a diverse range of collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Established media networks and relationships
• High level of personal drive and resilience
• Demonstrated integrity, self-awareness and professionalism
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Demonstrated commercial acumen and strong understanding of contemporary practices, trends and opportunities
• Strong leadership and management skills of high-performing teams

What you need to do:

Rocky Bay is a leading provider of disability services, supporting thousands of children and adults across Western Australia to live their best lives. As part of the marketing team, you will be expected to:

• Deliver outstanding communications 
• Demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Show commercial acumen and strong understanding of contemporary practices, trends and opportunities
• Interpret conflicting and complex information and select appropriate communications channels
• Have a continuous improvement mindset
• Demonstrate integrity, self‑awareness and professionalism
• Manage people effectively
• Have a high standard of computer literacy and attention to detail
• Be skilled in events management 

Given the nature of this role, you will occasionally be required to work outside regular hours to support events and expos and, when needed, to lead crisis communications or media management.

What we offer:

• A values-led culture committed to inclusion, collaboration and continuous improvement
• Direct access to the Executive Team
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disabilities and their communities
• Employee benefits including HBF Health discounts, JBHIFI discounts and Commonwealth Bank product discounts, to name a few!
• Increase your take-home pay with salary packaging options to receive savings up to a maximum of $18,550 per year
• A generous refer-a-friend program worth $2000!
• Fleet vehicles for work related travel
• Purchased Leave Program and 6 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program offering counselling, wellbeing support, financial planning and a Fitstop gym corporate membership option

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in marketing, communications, business or a related field
• National Police Clearance
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current WA Driver’s Licence

Join our dedicated team and be part of a leading disability provider organisation that values and supports its employees. At Rocky Bay you'll have access to ongoing training, professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment that fosters personal and professional growth. Click "Apply" now and we look forward to welcoming you! 

We have some strict compliance requirements which will be required if your application is progressed

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For further information about career advancement and opportunities at Rocky Bay, please click on the below link:
https://www.rockybay.org.au/careers-with-us/

At Rocky Bay, inclusivity is a top priority, and that includes making our recruitment process accessible for everyone. If you need any adjustments to accommodate your unique situation or want more information about the role, please reach out to us at recruitment@rockybay.org.au We're here to help!   

At Rocky Bay, we come from all walks of life. We all have different backgrounds and experiences, making us who we are. We’re building a culture where uniqueness is valued- whether race, gender, disability, age, religion or LGBTQIA+ identity. We are committed to building an inclusive team, making us the best we can be. We encourage you to apply. Rocky Bay acknowledges the traditional custodians on whose land we work, the people of the Noongar and Yamatji nations, and recognise their continued connection to the land, waters and skies. We pay our respect to their Leaders - past present and emerging.