Part-Time Army Public Relations Officer (Tax-Free Pay) …, Queensland

Your Role Are you looking to expand your skillset and apply your expertise to challenging new environments? The Army Reserve is somewhere you can hone your skills, gain leadership qualities and work in a flexible, part-time capacity. As one of Australia’s largest employers, the Army’s reputation requires careful management. This flexible Public Relations role will have you developing, maintaining and monitoring the communications strategies that help shape how the Army is perceived in the broader community. Your duties will include leading the public affairs teams to support Army exercises and operations, as well as provide expert advice to Army commanders to assist their decision-making. You will also be responsible for preparing media releases, undertaking media liaison duties and oversee the gathering of still and video imagery for Army publications. And this is no ‘office job’. You’ll have the education, character and potential to excel in a variety of challenging environments, including combat zones. There’s no lack of excitement in this Army Reserve role. It’s a great opportunity to travel the region, step outside your comfort zone and challenge yourself in new ways. See how this adaptable, part-time role can help you boost your career. Just give as little as one night a week, one weekend a month or a few weeks a year and you’ll get a world of new experiences back. Boost your Income The pay you receive in the Army Reserve goes straight into your pocket with no deductions for tax, and it increases as you gain seniority and experience. On completion of your initial military and employment training, you could earn a package worth at least: $322/day tax-free. Additional amounts are paid for time spent on exercises and deployments. Life in the Army Reserve Thousands of men and women enjoy part-time roles with the Army Reserve, operating alongside full-time Army personnel. The only difference is that your commitment is flexible. Initial training length will vary based on your chosen role, after which you will normally be expected to serve between 10 and 20 days per year, with scope to serve more days if they are available. This could involve one night a week, one weekend a month or a few weeks a year. We do our best to make sure this fits in with your work and family commitments. Deployments are voluntary so if you choose to stay local, there are plenty of ways to make a difference closer to home. With no minimum period of service, you can leave the Army Reserve whenever you like. Apply Now For this role, you’ll need a Bachelor or Master of Communications degree majoring in Public Relations, Journalism, or Corporate Communications. Marketing degrees will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants must hold a minimum of 3 years paid work experience post degree completion majoring in one of the following disciplines:
- Public Relations
- Journalism
- Corporate Communications. Click the APPLY button if you’re excited by this opportunity, and we’ll contact with you shortly. You must be an Australian citizen and able to successfully obtain a security clearance. If you are not an Australian Citizen, you may still be eligible to join the ADF if you meet certain criteria, please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page for more details. Apply today or request more information by calling 13 19 01 or emailing . To view the full position description and learn more about life in the Army Reserve, Public Relations
- ADF Careers: Job Type: Part-time Pay: $322.00 per day Application Question(s):
- If not an Australian citizen, are you a citizen of any of the following countries: New Zealand, United Kingdom, Canada or United States of America? [Please write country below] Licence/Certification:
- Australian citizenship or Australian permanent residency (Required) Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qhqrj