Communications Coordinator

• $91,988.32 – $105,786.57
• Full Time Permanent – 35 hours a week
• Hybrid working environment
• Participation in Council's 9-day fortnight scheme

The City of Canada Bay is a thriving, colourful community, surrounded by the beautiful bays of Sydney Harbour. The area is also known for its parklands, cycle paths and walkways. City of Canada Bay Council's values underpin how we operate: We act with integrity; We empower our people; We are respectful; We work together; We innovate.

About the role

Are you passionate about delivering quality and meaningful communications to the community? Want to be surrounded by a fun and forward-thinking Communications and Engagement Team? An exciting opportunity has opened up at the City of Canada Bay for a Communications Coordinator to provide strategic media liaison and develop successful communication plans. In this role you will provide a range of high-quality written, social, video and other communications to support projects, operations and Council strategies.

About the person

As the Communications Coordinator you will play a key role in developing and delivering strategic communication plans for Council initiatives. In this role you will:

• Write media releases and create other communication materials including newsletter content, social media posts, and printed collateral. This also involves pitching to media and coordinating media opportunities
• Plan and deliver a range of internal communications to support organisational objectives and employee engagement; and
• Plan and implement high-quality communication activities and plans for Council projects that enhance Council's corporate brand

Key requirements

• Degree qualifications (or similar) in communications, journalism, or marketing
• Minimum of three to four years' experience in a similar role, including experience in planning and implementing strategic communications plans and dealing with media
• Strong writing and copy-editing skills and experience using a range of social media platforms
• Experience partnering with internal stakeholders and managing multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines
• A current Driver's Licence is required
• An understanding of online communication and website management, as well as a working knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and InDesign are highly desirable

What's on offer

The City of Canada Bay also offers excellent employee benefits which include:

• Rostered Days Off (participation in a 9-day fortnight scheme)
• A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid work from home arrangements
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• A supportive, energetic, and passionate team
• Continuous training, support, and leadership development
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Pilates classes, Fitness Passport, Flu vaccinations, and much, much more)

Want to know more?

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description here, alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Natalie Talevski on 02 9911 6547 if you are enquiring between 1–5 September or Angus Macdonald on 02 9911 6565 if you are enquiring between 8-16 September.

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How to apply

Candidates MUST apply online by completing the form below. Applications close 11:30pm, 14 September 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

If you have any accessibility requirements, please feel free to contact Grace Aberin on 02 9121 0238 or email grace.aberin@canadabay.nsw.gov.au to discuss.

The City of Canada Bay Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace.

The City of Canada Bay Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining, growing and supporting a diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, and other diversity groups.

Formal offers of employment are subject to standard Council pre-employment checks including medical and other background checks.