Social Media Content Officer

The Opportunity

Our Brand & Strategic Communications team is essential incommunicating the impact of our world-class research and managing all internaland external communications for the Institute including media, marketing &branding, social media & websites, and intranet and events.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Social Media ContentOfficer to support our team through the delivery of impactful digitalcommunications that will elevate the Institute's research, partnerships andcommunity engagement.

In this role, you will be responsible for the creation, management andoptimisation of high-quality digital content across social media and ownedchannels. This position supports integrated campaigns, strengthens audienceengagement, and contributes to a consistent, contemporary and accessible brandpresence. You will work collaboratively across the Institute to translatecomplex research into engaging content, ensuring all storytelling is ethical,accurate and culturally respectful.

Key responsibilities:

• Plan, develop and schedule engaging, audience-focused content across social media platforms.
  
• Capture and produce high-quality multimedia content that reflects lived experience including photography, video, interviews and digital storytelling assets.
  
• Grow digital reach, engagement and community connection through strategic and insight-led content.
  
• Translate complex research concepts into engaging, audience-appropriate content.
  
• Provide regular reporting, insights and recommendations to improve engagement and effectiveness.
  

Based in our modern offices within Perth Children's Hospital inNedlands, this full-time role will be offered on an ongoing basis.

About You

The successful candidate will hold aBachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (such as communications, marketing,science communications) or have equivalent experience. You will alsodemonstrate:

• Experience in digital content creation and social media management.
  
• Proven ability to produce high quality multimedia content.
  
• Strong storytelling capability with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and creatively.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
  
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
  

AtThe Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplaceculture that reflects the communities we serve. We actively recruitsupport and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpeople, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diversecommunities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse livedexperiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitmentprocess and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity tothrive.

If you meet many, but not all, of the rolerequirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention anycareer breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion isreflected in how we:

• Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups.
  
• Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.
  
• Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.
  
• Partner with communities to strengthen cultural awareness and belonging.
  
• Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.
  
• We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can.
  

Alongside our inclusive culture, you'llenjoy:

• Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.
  
• Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.
  
• Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.
  
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
  
• Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.
  
• Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.
  
• Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance.
  

How to Apply

If thisrole feels like the right fit and an exciting new opportunity for you, pleaseclick on 'Apply Now' to visit our Career Site, view the Job Description,and submit your application.

Pleaseinclude a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that specifically addresses theskills and experience outlined in the "About You" section.

Applicationswill only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencingtechnical difficulties or require reasonable accommodations in completing yourapplication, please contact [email protected].