Industry Communications Officer

Are you looking for a part time role where you can use your writing skills to help Queensland caravan parks thrive? 

The Industry Communications role within our organisation is responsible for ensuring that caravan park operators across Queensland have clear and concise information available through our newsletters, social media, members portal and email communications.  

• Part-time – 20 hours per week 
• Days and hours of work flexible/negotiable 
• Part of a small team 
• Onsite parking & close to public transport 

About the role 

You would join our small team (2 full time, 2 part time + you) to ensure our Association continues to be the trusted partner of caravan parks across Queensland. 

Working 20 hours per week (days and times to be negotiated) from our office in Albion, Qld (onsite parking and close to public transport), this role is ideally suited to an individual looking for a part time role to fit around their existing commitments (e.g. studies or school aged children). 

In this role your ability to work with deadlines will be valued as will your ability to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders. 

This is a hands-on role offering a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in the not-for-profit sector, by lending your skills to an organisation that is supporting caravan parks across the state. 

The salary range for this role is $30 to $35 per hour plus 11% superannuation. 

Tasks & responsibilities 

• Develop, write, and edit communications materials, including blog posts, social media content, website content and newsletter content 
• Promote communications materials through appropriate social channels (LinkedIn and private Facebook Group) 
• Manage the CPAQ Members website and (business to business (B2B)) social media channels 
• Source newsletter content from regular contributors 
• Work with the relevant team members to develop and implement communications strategies and campaigns on our programs & upcoming projects 
• Management of communications calendar to ensure strong readership and engagement with comms 
• Ensure that all communications and marketing material aligns with brand standards 

Additional opportunities exist to assist on our stand promoting Queensland at one of the four consumer focused industry run caravan and camping shows in Queensland AND to be involved in the preparation for and delivery of our annual conference (mid-May 2024). 

Qualifications & experience 

• Must possess exceptional writing skills and be able to compose engaging and accurate content 
• Strong communicator who works well independently and with a team 
• Creative thinker with an eye for identifying newsworthy story angles 
• Understanding of (or willingness to learn) communications best practices 
• Ability to  identify ways to improve communication efforts 
• Resourceful and take initiative even when given minimal direction 
• Prior experience in a communications or marketing role desirable but not required 

About our organisation 

Caravan Parks Association of Queensland (CPAQ) is the peak body for the caravan parks industry in Queensland. 

Our role is to provide a united and informed voice for the Queensland caravan parks industry. We encourage and support best practice across all areas of business by providing our members (over 335 caravan parks plus close to 100 associate members) with leadership, support, networking, professional development, and promotional opportunities. 

As a team, we make an impact each day through our commitment to our values: 

• We honour our long and solid history (established in 1966) 
• We are informed, reliable and solution focused 
• We continue to add value to our industry by remaining relevant and knowledgeable 
• We provide strategic leadership 
• We are inclusive, listen to all voices and are representative of industry 
• We operate with strong governance 
• We are supportive of industry and encourage best practice 

How to apply 

If you think this sounds like you, please send a copy of you a resume (max 2 pages) and a short cover letter outlining why you think you are the best candidate for the role and why you are looking for a part time role. 

While a sample of your work is not required, it would be highly regarded.  

Applications will be reviewed as received and this role will close when it has been successfully filled. 

If this sounds like your dream job, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.