Communications & Engagement Officer

About Us

Bidgerdii Community Health Service is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled primary health care service operating across Rockhampton and Central Queensland for more than 30 years. We provide comprehensive, culturally safe primary healthcare and wellbeing services and are committed to strengthening community outcomes through continuous improvement and strong leadership.

About the Role

The Communications & Engagement Officer delivers Bidgerdii’s marketing, communications and community engagement activities, promoting our services and strengthening connections with the community. Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Team Leader, you will work collaboratively across the organisation to develop engaging content, coordinate communication campaigns and support community engagement initiatives that reflect Bidgerdii’s values.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinate and deliver marketing and communications campaigns
• Develop engaging content for social media, website, newsletters and internal communications
• Manage Bidgerdii’s day-to-day social media presence and digital communications
• Coordinate community events, stakeholder engagement activities and health promotion initiatives.
• Prepare media releases, promotional materials and organisational communications
• Maintain website content and communication calendars
• Monitor digital engagement and provide campaign reporting
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure communications are culturally appropriate, accurate and aligned with organisational priorities

About You

You are values-driven and passionate about improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

You will bring:

• Qualification in Communications, Marketing, Media, Public Relations or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Demonstrated experience in content development and campaign coordination
• Strong written communication skills across diverse audiences
• Experience managing social media platforms and digital content
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated understanding of culturally appropriate communication practices
• Experience in the health or community sector
• Experience supporting behaviour change campaigns
• Familiarity with digital analytics tools

Requirements

Current QLD C Class Driver Licence

Current Blue Card, or willingness to obtain

Satisfactory Police Criminal History Check

Willingness to attend occasional community events outside standard business hours

How to Apply

Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application and please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 – 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “Key Selection Criteria” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as listed on the Position Description.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Bidgerdii strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position