Communications Advisor

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Location Negotiable within Region
• ASO4 | Part Time 0.5 FTE | Temporary (up to 4 January 2027)
  
• Base Salary Range: $76,561 - $80,256 p.a (pro rata)
• In addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading, and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging).

Join our team as a Communications Advisor and create engaging, strategic communications that inspire action, strengthen connections, and make a lasting impact community!

About Us:

The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you’ll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you’ll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.

Working at the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, you will become a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment. Combined with access to flexible working arrangements and opportunities to develop and grow. Whatever your role is at FUNLHN, it is vital in supporting the smooth operation of our health care services.

Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN

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Relocation and Accommodation Assistance:

• Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2026. Further details regarding this can be found here
• Accommodation support may be available - conditions apply

About the Role:

As a Communications Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering impactful internal and external communications across the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network. You will manage a diverse communications portfolio, supporting the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Team by developing and implementing innovative strategies that promote programs, services, and initiatives in alignment with both organisational and government objectives. This role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of mediums, building collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and external agencies to ensure clear, consistent, and engaging messaging. You will also evaluate the effectiveness of communication activities, identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation. With a focus on responsiveness, flexibility, and creativity, you will ensure communications are delivered to a high standard, support strategic goals, and make a meaningful impact on the community we serve.

About You:

• Proven experience in the development and implementation of communications plans and activities including print and electronic publications, information materials, videos, website and intranet content, social media, advertising and events.
• Proven experience in developing internal communications, presentations, speaking points and correspondence.
• Proven experience in providing public relations advice including effective risk management strategies.
• Proven experience in developing relationships and working collaboratively with staff, stakeholders and service providers including advertising agencies, graphic designers, photographers and printers.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and other multi-cultural consumers.
• Experience using Microsoft Office 365 including software packages for intranet websites

Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category C

Applicant Information:

• This is a part time vacancy, working 37.5 hours per fortnight and salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 913070

Want To Know More? Contact:

Lisa Taylor - Director Governance & Performance, 0427 794 082, lisa.taylor@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: Thursday 4th September 2025 - 11.55PM

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