The role
Step into a creative and dynamic communications role supporting effective media, digital, and engagement initiatives across the Shire. As the Communications and Engagement Officer, you will support the delivery of strategic communications that keep our community informed, celebrate organisational achievements, and build public trust.
Your responsibilities will include coordinating internal communications and staff newsletters, responding professionally to media enquiries, and producing engaging digital content across Council social media channels and website. You will also design on-brand publications using graphic design software, capture quality photography and video collateral, and assist in planning community consultation initiatives and civic events.
About you
You are an articulate, creative, and detail-oriented communicator with a collaborative approach and strong visual storytelling skills. You possess sound judgement under pressure, the ability to prioritise competing operational demands, and a passion for building positive community relationships.
To succeed in this role, you will bring
- Tertiary qualifications in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Media, Marketing, or a related discipline, and or demonstrated contemporary experience in a corporate communications or media role
- A proven track record in copywriting, editing, and storytelling across diverse mediums, including media releases, publications, and feature pieces
- Demonstrated expertise managing website CMS platforms and corporate social media channels, supported by basic photography and multimedia editing skills
- Practical experience utilising Adobe Creative Cloud software, including InDesign and Photoshop, to design accessible, on-brand collateral
- Well-developed interpersonal skills to engage constructively with community members, multidisciplinary teams, and external media contacts
- A current Class C Drivers Licence
Employment details
- Local Government State Award Band 3 Level 1 Grade 12-14.
- Employment type: Permanent Full-Time
- Work arrangement: On-site
- Location – Max Centre, Moree.
- Salary: Annual Base Salary $80,784.60 – $100,744.80
- Reference: 674
- Applications close: 8 November 2026