Clarence Valley Council

Digital Media Officer

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can grow and develop while having the benefit of living in an idyllic North Coast location? Here at Clarence Valley Council, we strive to be a progressive employer that offers a rewarding and flexible work environment. Our vision is to create a community full of opportunity and our workforce is where we start to achieve our community aspirations.

Located in the Northern Rivers of NSW, we cover 10,441 square kilometres with the three major community hubs of Grafton, Yamba and Maclean. We are one of the biggest employers in the Valley and can offer you a rewarding career and a new lifestyle. Our goal is to be the employer of choice in the Valley, creating opportunities for those who live here already and for those who want to move here.

We are in an exciting period of transformation with a focus on employee engagement, satisfaction and delivering exceptional services and facilities for the community.

We strive to lead with openness and courage and want you to be part of that journey.

So come and join the team while enjoying all that Clarence Valley has to offer you and your family.

 Learn more about living in the Clarence Valley here.

What you need to know...

• permanent full time - 70 hours per fortnight
• the package:  $68,398 to $81,565 plus superannuation per annum
• location: Grafton Office
• flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance 
• enjoy the benefits of flex time 
• access to fitness passport

About the role

Clarence Valley Council is seeking an experienced Digital Media Officer to implement digital communications that contribute to delivering Council’s services and creating a region full of opportunity.

The role will require somebody with proven digital experience and the ability to execute end-to-end digital strategies and tactics that drive awareness and engagement across a diverse range of projects and audiences. No two days will be the same and will require new ideas for innovative and creative digital content that is simple, informative, and factual.

Using a data-driven approach, the ideal candidate will have ability to monitor trends and report on digital analytics to inform future recommendations for digital tactics and content improvements that enhance the digital customer experience. It will require somebody who is comfortable applying creativity and analytical skills to test new ideas and drive continual improvement. This role requires somebody who knows how to grow digital channels and increase ongoing reach and engagement to ensure message cut-through with a diverse and geographically dispersed audience. This role will also support internal communications, contributing to making Council the best place to work.

The ideal candidate will be resilient, communicate effectively, plan and prioritise work and comfortable using technology to find smart solutions. Highly desirable will be the ability to support technical development of the website in partnership with our IT team or externals consultants.

Download the position description here.

To be considered for this position you will need to:

• Address the essential criteria
• Attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume (5 pages maximum) that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this position. You will need to demonstrate how you meet the focus capabilities and how your skills will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities.
• Target questions - answer the  target questions - maximum 300 words each question
  Q1 Provide an example of a digital campaign that you have delivered across multiple channels. How do you measure digital effectiveness and use this to make recommendations for improvement.
  Q2 Outline your experience and any programs that you have worked with to manage website content. 
  

Contact

Kylie Petersen, Manager Communication and Engagement on (02) 6643 0230.

Closing date

Insert Day, date at 11.30 pm (NSW time).

Other important information

This position is located at Council's Grafton office, however, this may change should business needs identify other work locations to be more appropriate to deliver our services in the future.

A probation period applies to this position.

How to apply:

• All applications must be lodged online via Council's website www.clarence.nsw.gov.au.
• Attachments such as certificates and licences must be combined into one document before you attach them to your application.
• For further information about the selection process including tips on how to address the selection criteria please refer to the Careers page on the Clarence Valley Council website. 

For this application you will be required to supply a resume and relevant certificates and licences.

Do you want further information on how to apply under the Capability Framework? Please read our How to apply for a job guide.

Council is an EEO employer and First Nations people are encouraged to apply.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.