AddressOur Communications and Marketing Coordinator is taking parental leave, Council has an opportunity for you to join the Community and Economy team to undertake this role in a temporary capacity until 1 July 2025.
This position is responsible for contributing to Council’s media relations strategy by undertaking the administrative and technical management of media relations, which protect and promote Council’s image in a coordinated and concerted way. You will also deliver information and corporate communications to employees and members of the community through a range of channels which ensure ease of access, clarity and consistency of information and reflect Council’s values.
This role is temporary and based in the Molong office.
Working for Cabonne Council provides a rewarding opportunity to work for and in a close-knit community, providing flexibility for the perfect work/life balance and career development opportunities. The position operates over a 35-hour week with a 9-day fortnight.
For more detail on the job's duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached position description.
Qualifications:
Essential
- Class C driver’s licence.
Desirable
Tertiary qualifications (or equivalent) in related discipline such as Communications, PR, Marketing
Skills & Experience:
- Experience & practical application in relevant area (communications, journalism, media, public relations, community engagement or related field)
- Excellent time management skills.
- A self-starter with ability to achieve position objectives with minimum supervision
- Highly developed written and oral communication skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms, including Meta Business Suite
- Demonstrated knowledge of internet and associated website set up, ongoing maintenance and presentation.
- Sound understanding and knowledge of MS Office programs, image management software and website content management software.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and implement media and communication activities and promotion of events.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Understanding of local, state and federal government roles and responsibilities.
Other details relating to this position:
- This position is graded 9-11 ($1515.12 - 1900.00 gross per week).
- Access to salary packaging, laptop, fitness passport, Council's Employee Assistance Program, and other benefits.
- Employment is under the Local Government (State) Award 2023.
- You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.
- Cabonne Council proudly promotes the principles of equal employment opportunity.
- Cabonne Council is an inclusive organisation and encourages those from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Council's recruitment process consists of a range of pre-employment screening activities. This varies depending upon the position, but may include:
- Interviews
- Pre-employment medical, drug and hearing testing, physical demands assessment
- Reference and identity checking
- Checking validity of qualifications
