Communications & Events Manager

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Fixed Term (12 Months), Full Time 1.0 EFT
• Managers and Administrative Worker Grade 4 ($83k - $92k)
• 5 Weeks Annual Leave, Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing
• Located at The Alfred

About the team

The Monash & Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre conducts clinical research projects with a focus on translation into clinical practice and the development of new treatments for people with serious mental illness. MAPrc has approximately 65 staff and post graduate students and is based at 607 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. The centre has over 25 active projects in a range of domains including women’s mental health, brain stimulation and neuroimaging, neuropsychology, psychopharmacology, service evaluation and service delivery research and health outcomes research. The Centre is also host to the Monash University Department of Psychiatry (CCS) and HER Centre Australia (Health, Education, Research in Women’s Mental Health). The combined department conducts research, clinical trials, medical student teaching, clinic care in women’s mental health, and education via online courses, conferences and events.

About the role

The Communications Project Officer provides leadership and expertise in communicating and promoting the work and messaging of the Department to the general public, supporters and key stakeholder of the Department. The position works closely with Department executive staff to enact strategic priorities of the Department to enhance its reputation and awareness. The role will manage social media accounts and content, website content, production of newsletters and reports, department events and conferences.

Skills & Experience

Essential 

• Associate degree or certificate qualification with relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of relevant knowledge, training and experience.
• A demonstrated capacity to work in a collegiate and co-operative manner with other staff in the workplace
• High level skills and expertise using a variety of software packages including Microsoft Word, Excel email and the internet.
• Sound organisation skills and a willingness and ability to manage constant interruptions to work flow and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proven ability in completing tasks in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ability to use initiative to seek solutions to problems and make recommendations.

Desirable

• Knowledge and or experience of hospital systems.
• Knowledge and or experience of working in a University and/or research environment

Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
• On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.

Any queries please contact Anthony De Castella, Research Manager MAPrc on 03 9076 6554

Applications Close: 11pm AEST, Tuesday 25th June 2024

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au