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Communications Specialist

Our why 

Datacom works with organisations and communities across Australia and New Zealand to make a difference in people’s lives and help organisations use the power of tech to innovate and grow. 

About the role (your why)

As a Communications Specialist at Datacom, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our internal communications strategies. You will work closely with the wider communications team to develop clear and impactful messaging that aligns with our business objectives and enhances our brand's reputation.

Your responsibilities will include crafting written content for various platforms, support with planning and executing communication campaigns, and ensuring that our internal stakeholders are informed and engaged. You will also collaborate with various departments to ensure a consistent communication approach across the organisation.

Key responsibilities:

Support with developing and implementing communication strategies that effectively convey Datacom's vision, values, and objectives.

Ensure internal communications are delivered to the highest quality standard, within scope, in budget and on time.

Partner with stakeholders to provide communications support on key initiatives across the Datacom Group of businesses.

Monitor and analyse communication trends and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of communication initiatives.

Manage and maintain Datacom’s intranet.
Provide communication support during crises or critical incidents, ensuring timely and transparent messaging.

What you’ll bring:

The ideal candidate for the Communications Specialist role will have a strong background in communications or marketing. You should possess excellent writing and editing skills, with an ability to adapt your style for various audiences. Three or more years’ experience working in a corporate environment and familiarity with digital communication tools such as SharePoint and MS365 products are essential.

We are looking for a proactive communicator who is comfortable collaborating with diverse teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Your ability to think creatively and strategically will help us enhance our communications efforts and achieve our business goals.

Why join us here at Datacom? 

Datacom is one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest suppliers of Information Technology professional services. As an ANZ company, we have managed to maintain a dynamic, agile, small business feel that is often diluted in larger organisations of our size. It's our people that give Datacom its unique culture and energy that you can feel from the moment you meet with us.

At Datacom you'll be recognised and valued for your contributions. We're growing year on year and can provide stability, career opportunity and a collegial, agile, flat-structured environment that empowers people and promotes autonomy. We care about our people and provide a range of perks such as social events, chill-out spaces, remote working, flexi-hours and professional development courses to name a few. We operate at the leading edge of technology to help ANZ’s largest enterprise organisations explore possibilities and solve their greatest challenges, so you will never run out of interesting new challenges and opportunities.

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What You Should Know About Communications Specialist, Datacom

At Datacom, we're all about making a difference in people’s lives across Australia and New Zealand, and we’re on the lookout for a passionate Communications Specialist to join our team! In this dynamic role, you will be at the heart of our internal communications, crafting engaging and informative messaging that resonates with our team and aligns with our business objectives. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include developing compelling written content for various platforms and collaborating with departments to ensure a seamless and consistent approach to our communications. If you have a knack for turning complex ideas into clear, relatable content and enjoy working on communication campaigns that leave a meaningful impact, you might just be the perfect fit for us. With a strong background in communications or marketing and three or more years in a corporate environment, you’ll have the opportunity to manage and maintain Datacom’s intranet while providing support during critical incidents. Your creativity, strategic thinking, and proactive communication style will not only elevate our internal messaging but also help foster an engaged and informed workforce. Why join Datacom? We maintain the agility and unique culture of a small business while being one of the biggest IT professional services providers in ANZ. You’ll be recognized for your contributions in a supportive environment, replete with perks like remote working options, flexible hours, social events, and robust professional development opportunities. So, if you’re ready to tackle interesting challenges alongside a team that truly values innovation, we want to hear from you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Communications Specialist Role at Datacom

What are the primary responsibilities of a Communications Specialist at Datacom?

As a Communications Specialist at Datacom, your responsibilities will include developing and implementing communication strategies that convey the company's vision and objectives, creating high-quality written content for various platforms, and providing communications support for key initiatives. Additionally, you'll be monitoring communication trends to evaluate effectiveness, managing Datacom's intranet, and providing support during crises to ensure timely messaging.