About Us
Children’s Hospital Foundation funds cutting-edge equipment, vital research and on the ground support for kids with all illnesses, injuries and conditions, throughout Queensland and northern New South Wales. We identify and action gaps in funding and support right across the kids’ health landscape – the places left lacking but no less deserving.
Be the difference
Are you ready to be part of something special? It is an exciting time to join the Children’s Hospital Foundation as we embark on a period of transformation to achieve our ambitious five-year strategy. We aren’t just evolving; we are revolutionising how we make a difference to sick kids across Queensland.
We value who you are, not just your skillset. We are looking for people who purposeful, wholehearted, collaborative, curious and courageous. People who are prepared to lead from where they stand and who are excited to build it with us.
We are shaking things up and transforming how we operate, how we raise funds and how we deliver the greatest impact for sick and injured children and young people across Queensland.
We are in market for several new roles, so if this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, then we want to meet you!
The role
As a key member of our Marketing and Communications team, you will support the execution of engaging campaigns, create compelling cross-platform content and help bring our brand to life across various channels. You’ll have a can-do attitude, a growth mindset and a drive to contribute to a purpose-driven organisation that supports Queensland’s sick kids and their families.
This role is full-time and is based at our corporate offices in South Brisbane.
Working closely with the Brand, Marketing and Communications team, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Providing support to the Brand, Marketing & Communications team through contributing to the planning and development of our marketing and communications campaigns
- Assisting in the development and roll-out of internal and external collateral and assets for the broader Foundation team, including but not limited to – newsletters, EDM, website, social and blog posts
- Creating, coordinating, scheduling and delivering content to reach and engage key audiences across key social platforms (Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn)
- Coordinating post campaign reporting and interpreting campaign results to support continuous improvement.
Who are you?
- A ‘go-getter’ with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- An excellent communicator with the ability to create, write, edit and proof content for a range of audiences and channels
- An organiser who is passionate about the detail and delivery of quality work
- A digital native who stays ahead of trends and understands their impact on audience engagement.
Key criteria
- To be successful in this role, you will possess the following:
- A tertiary qualification in marketing, communications, media or a related discipline or equivalent experience
- Minimum of two years' experience in a marketing and communications or project coordinator role
- Experience in developing communication materials, including but not limited to – blog posts, newsletters, social media, EDM and website content
- An understanding of marketing fundamentals, including demonstrated experience supporting end-to-end campaigns
- Creative thinking and a passion for staying up-to-date with industry trends
- Strong project management skills and experience in managing competing deadlines and stakeholder requirements.
The following skills are also desirable:
- Understanding of SEO and SEM tools and software
- Understanding of Google Suite and Analytics
- Experience in working with Canva and WordPress
- Experience in working with video editing tools.
What is our difference?
When you join the team, you’re not just doing another ‘job’. You are playing your part, bringing about real change, creating the difference every kid deserves. Our team is passionate, inclusive, fun and caring. You will also be able to access a range of benefits and programs to help you be the best version of you, including:
- A market competitive salary package
- Three bonus days of annual leave
- NFP salary packaging benefits
- Work-life balance through flexible and hybrid working
- Learning and development opportunities
- Participate in quarterly bespoke leadership workshops
- Free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support for you and your family
- Corporate health care plan
- Modern open plan office in South Brisbane
How to apply
Select apply for this job, complete the application form and upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability.
For a copy of the position description please click hereand to learn more about the Children's Hospital Foundation please go to our website https://childrens.org.au/
Applications close COB Thursday 27 March 2025 however, they will be reviewed during this time.
Please Note:
- If you require any adjustments to submit your application, please get in touch with us at recruitment@childrens.org.au.
- We welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people living with a disability, the LGBTQI community, people with neurological differences, mature age workers, as well as parents and carers returning to the workforce.
- To be eligible for permanent employment within the Children’s Hospital Foundation you must be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident.
- The Children’s Hospital Foundation is committed to child safety. The Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 requires that people who work with children in certain categories of employment undergo the ‘working with children’ check. All Foundation employees must be eligible for a Blue Suitability Card, issued by the Department of Justice and Attorney-General. The issue and maintenance of a positive suitability notice is a requirement for continued employment at the Foundation.
- To ensure the health and safety of our people, patients, families, and people we support at the Children’s Hospital Foundation, all staff are required to comply with statutory and Government requirements, such as public health directions, and the Foundation’s vaccination policy requirements
