Communications Officer

We are looking for a skilled Communications Officer to join our Sydney-based Marketing team on a permanent part-time basis.

Benefits:

• A positive and inclusive team culture.
• Flexible working arrangements (e.g., hybrid work).
• Above Award level remuneration.
• Currently, three days extra leave for all permanent staff over the Christmas to New Year office closure.
• Free access to support through our Employee Assistance Program.

About Us:

Morling College (MC) is a registered Higher Education Provider with campuses in NSW and WA that offer biblically grounded, quality education and training. The team at MC are a dynamic, creative, and dedicated group of people who seek to love God with all that we are and to use our gifts and knowledge to serve others.

About the Role:

• Writing and disseminating external and internal communications and marketing material that promotes the Christian faith and the values and work of Morling College.
• Collaborate with Heads of Department to develop and implement effective communication strategies that are based on a faculty’s target audience.
• The role is 30.4 hours/week (0.8 FTE).
• Remuneration: $53,813.04/annum, excluding Superannuation.

Key Attributes (please respond to these attributes in your Cover Letter):

Qualifications:

• Experience in similar roles involving communications and/or a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or related field.
• Formal qualification in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field desired.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of SEO and Google Analytics tools.
• Highly computer literate with capabilities in email, MS Office, and other related business and communication tools.
• Content writing experience for all media platforms.
• Proven strong copywriting skills.
• Previous experience in the Higher Education sector and/or complex organisations desired.
• Previous experience with MC’s key stakeholder groups, including churches, schools, counselling, chaplaincy, and spiritual care organisations desirable.
• Experience with content management systems and social media platforms advantageous.

Skills, Character, and Qualities:

• Demonstrated Christian character and involvement in a local evangelical church.
• Alignment of personal values, beliefs and practices with the mission, Staff Code, and Christian ethos of Morling College.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strategic and creative mindset.
• Demonstrated good organisational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritise tasks to ensure the successful completion of all responsibilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

How to Apply:

• Please apply with a brief cover letter responding to ALL the Key Attributes above along with a current CV.
• Kindly note that applications without a cover letter may not be reviewed.
• We reserve the right to employ at any stage if a suitable candidate is identified.