Are you passionate about making a difference in health and using quality communications to impact the community? Hunter New England Health is looking for Communications Trainee to join their team! Take advantage of being surrounded by a professional and dedicated team of experts and see where your career can take you.

If you are a creative storyteller looking for exposure across article writing and content creation, now is the time to apply. This 2-year traineeship could be just what you're looking for, and you will receive a Certificate IV in Marketing and Communications!

Employment Type: Temporary part time for a 2-year traineeship
Remuneration: $14.25 - $21.03 Per Hour + Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 32
Location: District Head Office | New Lambton Heights | Awabakal Country
Requisition ID: REQ545981
Applications Close: Sunday 2nd February 2025

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.

What will you learn?
Throughout this traineeship, you will be assisting the Communications team with a range of responsibilities which will give you a good insight into a career in Communications. But this is not just a job, it can be the foundation to set yourself up for a long-time career. Some daily responsibilities may include:

Capturing photos and content for digital media
Interviewing staff and/or patients
Creative writing - supporting the team to write articles for the staff and external audiences
Designing or developing social and digital content
Learning how to craft clear and engaging messages for diverse audiences

About the team:
The Strategic Relations and Communications Unit at Hunter New England Local Health District is the driving force behind clear, impactful communication and community engagement. It manages diverse projects, media relations, and campaigns that connect people with critical health information and services. This position is part of a welcoming, culturally safe workforce, helping to shape the future of health communication strategies across the district. We are fully supportive of study requirements and will be encouraging this.

Where could your career take you?
Upon successful completion of the traineeship and gaining 2-years of hands-on experience within our amazing team, you could see yourself taking up a career in a variety of areas within communications. Some of these include:

Public relations and public affairs
Social media management
Government relations

To apply please submit your application by following the link to upload a current resume, and a cover letter outlining the below:

Why you're interested in this traineeship and any experience in communications or project support.

Your understanding of confidentiality and handling sensitive information.

Examples of your communication and technology skills.

For role related queries or questions contact Robbie Macaulay on Robbie.Macaulay@health.nsw.gov.au

Benefits of joining us:
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Proximity to shopping and other services
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position
4) An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.

This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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Communications Trainee (Identified)

Hunter New England Local Health District