Eku Energy is seeking a Communications Manager for our global business. In this pivotal role, you will lead the communication and engagement function, playing a crucial part in supporting Eku Energy's global business expansion.

As a key contributor to our team, you will collaborate across various departments, overseeing global communications, marketing, media, and stakeholder engagement for our battery storage investments and operations. As the Communications Manager, your responsibilities will include executing strategic communication initiatives, fostering engagement, and strengthening our presence in existing and new markets.

This role offers flexibility in terms of location within the APAC region, ethier in Melbourne or Sydney, and will have operational reporting to the Senior Manager Policy and Regulation APAC, while functionally aligning with the People and Culture group structure under the leadership of the Chief Human Resources Officer. This position presents a unique opportunity for a passionate communications professional to make a significant impact on Eku Energy's journey towards global market leadership. Join us in advancing the transition to a low-carbon, sustainable global economy with battery storage investments.

Responsibilities of the role

·       Design and manage Eku’s global media, communications and engagement strategy. 

·       Enhance and protect Eku’s brand reputation, acting as brand guardian and ambassador internally and externally. 

·       Lead media activity and engagement, working with external agencies as appropriate, to prepare and distribute press releases, engage media and ensure consistent, targeted and high-quality coverage globally. 

·       Oversee the development of all communications collateral to support company announcements, milestones and public engagement activities. 

·       Brief senior executives and the global business, preparing proactive key messages and collateral to support internal and external activities (i.e. presentations, investor briefings, media relations). 

·       Manage and continuously improve Eku’s online presence including web, LinkedIn and other modes of engagement, including media monitoring. 

·       Oversee and coordinate the company’s global events calendar and attendance, including pitching for speaker opportunities as appropriate, and ensuring all company attendees are briefed and supported appropriately. 

·       To be responsible and to design and deliver community and stakeholder engagement strategies at a project and portfolio level. 

·       Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including shareholders, partners, media, suppliers, local communities, First Nations representatives and broader project stakeholders. 

·       Design, implement and oversee Eku’s Community Grants and Partnership initiatives. 

·       Support internal communications, including intranet development, and work with the People & Culture department to develop our employee brand and offering. 

·       Work collaboratively across the global organisation to coordinate and drive marketing and communication efforts, including the management of third-party suppliers and agencies. 

·       Manage, monitor and report on the effectiveness and impact of communications activity and spend globally. 

·       Develop and implement robust policies and frameworks for communications activities (e.g. approval processes, crisis management plans, social media policies).

Competencies of the role

·       Bachelor’s degree in communications or relevant field.

·       6+ years’ work experience in marketing and communications. 

·       Proven ability to create, manage and deliver strategic communications plans globally.

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrable experience in media relations and stakeholder engagement.

·       Knowledge and track record of working in renewable energy and battery storage industry, project development, infrastructure and investments is favourable.

·       Exceptional organisational skills with ability to manage projects and budgets, often under time pressure, to meet multiple deadlines.

·       Strong team player who can build and maintain internal and external relationships at a senior level.

·       Excellent attention to detail.

·       Self-starter who can work independently in both strategy and execution, in a fast-paced environment.

·       Additional language skills are a strong preference but not required.

Competencies required of all our people

·       Organisational: Entrepreneurial thinking and acting - problem solving capability - innovation capability.

·       Social: Highly motivated with a versatile personality - excellent interpersonal skills - client orientation, communicative - collaborative - enthusiasm to knowledge share.

·       Implementation: Self-management - result and solution orientated - quality awareness - Welfare, Health, Safety and Environmentally focused.

·       Culture: Helps to build a foundation of trust – creates stability – instils kindness – provides structure – is and fosters accountability – cultivates a spirit of reliability – fosters respect.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 

The diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. An inclusive and equitable workplace enables us to embrace that diversity to deliver more innovative and sustainable solutions for our people, clients, shareholders, and communities. At Eku, you will be encouraged to be yourself and supported to perform at your best. If you are inspired to deliver on our purpose of ‘empowering people to innovate and invest for a better future,’ we want you on our team. If you need adjustments made to the recruitment process, please let us know.

As an inclusive employer, Eku does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race (including colour and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief.

Joining Eku means you will be able to work in a way that suits you best. With the right technology, support and resources, our people can work in a range of flexible ways. Talk to us about what working arrangements would help you thrive.

• 25 Days of annual leave
• Flexible working
• Incentives
• Great working culture/global
• Attractive remuneration package

About Pinnacle College

Pinnacle College is a non-denominational, independent school (F-12) located in the northern suburbs of Adelaide. A distinctive feature of Pinnacle College is its diversity, it is a place where multicultural values and principles are actively supported and nurtured. Pinnacle College established its first campus at Gilles Plains in 2005, its second campus at Elizabeth East in 2010, and its third campus at Golden Grove in 2019.

About the Role

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced Learning Support Officers for a full time, fixed term contract position located at our Elizabeth East campus. This role will focus on support for secondary level students. The Learning Support Officer will work as an integral part of our Inclusive Education Department in a range of classroom and student support activities which contribute to the achievement of literacy and numeracy based outcomes of students in the school.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to students with diverse learning needs.
• Work with classroom teachers to support the development of differentiated learning activities and assessments.
• Implement strategies and provide feedback to the Inclusive Education Coordinator and classroom teachers.
• Monitor student progress and adjust support strategies as necessary.
• Develop positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Attend and participate in relevant professional development to maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of learning support practices.

Essential Criteria

• Certificate III or higher in Education Support or similar.
• Experience working with students who have additional learning needs.
• A passion for inspiring students to learn.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.
• Flexibility and an ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to work with a variety of IT software platforms.
• A commitment to the mission, vision, and core values of the College.
• Working with Children Check.

Location: Elizabeth East
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract, Full Time
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Base Salary Range: $56,095.75 - $70,973.76
Adjusted Salary Range: $47,762.04 - $60,429.73
Weeks of Paid Leave: 11
Hours of Work: 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
Contract Start Date: 29/04/2024
Contract End Date: 13/12/2024

Konica Minolta is innovative, robust and continually evolving. From printing, scanning and copying to cloud storage and managed IT services, our award-winning products and solutions help companies to transform and move information faster. Our people make this possible. As a Workplace Gender Equality Agency Employee of Choice, we offer workplace flexibility, support diversity and promote events and activities to support wellbeing. We strive to create and maintain an inclusive workforce as diverse and capable as our class-leading solutions. We actively encourage women and those from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

About the role

Konica Minolta Australia is transforming to provide a holistic range of IT services and we are currently seeking a passionate Marketing Communications Manager to join our team on a maternity leave cover basis. Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer, this role is key to managing marketing communications across the Konica Minolta brand, products and services to create awareness, build trust and lasting customer relationships.

• Create and manage annual marketing communications plan, including budgets and timelines.
• Implement marketing campaigns, programs and events to advance Konica Minolta’s brand identity and awareness of product portfolio with existing and new customers.
• Oversee Konica Minolta’s public relations strategy and programs, cultivate meaningful relationships with external audiences and serve as the point of contact for communications.
• Lead internal communications initiatives and manage stakeholder engagement.
• Create comprehensive and effective content strategy with high engagement rates.
• Manage inhouse creative resource and development of creative for campaigns, events and company initiatives. 
• Design and develop effective sales and marketing materials to create awareness and connect customers with the brand and portfolio.
• Manage annual events calendar and ensure successful execution of customer and industry events to promote Konica Minolta and garner interest with products and services.
• Coach, guide and lead the marketing communications team to ensure set objectives are met and develop their capabilities.

Who are we looking for?

• Demonstrated experience in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or related field in B2B environment.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Marketing or Communications.
• Sound experience in content strategy, media buying, planning, briefing and agency management.
• Demonstrated experience in project management and budget management.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management and organisational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Creative skills for contributing new and innovative ideas.

As per Konica Minolta compliance procedures, the successful candidate will be required to undertake background checks.

You will enjoy a collaborative team culture where you will be supported and empowered to contribute your ideas and identify opportunities to develop your team and yourself. We are dedicated to the values of diversity and inclusion and have a firm commitment to ethical practices and corporate responsibility.

Konica Minolta is committed to providing a working environment that is inclusive and fair to both women and men. Progressive policies such as our domestic violence policy; paid parental leave and flexible workplace policies enable our people to balance work and life responsibilities. We have been thrilled to receive a citation from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality 5 years in a row.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for our roles, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or disability.
If you are require any adjustments/assistance during the recruitment process please reach out to [email protected]

Join our Team and thrive in an environment built on strong Collaboration, continuous Learning and personal Growth. Everyday at Konica Minolta is an opportunity to share your Ideas, influence Change and engage with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and experiences.