Marketing and Communications Advisor

2 days ago

Sutherland Shire, Australia Careers at Council Full time

Sutherland Shire, New South Wales

Description

Are you a creative, community-minded marketing and communications professional ready to make a real impact? Join our Community Impact and Innovation Team and help shape the way we engage, inform and inspire the community within the Sutherland Shire.

In this role, you'll bring the work of our Community Impact and Innovation team to life — from championing local events and programs to boosting awareness of important Council initiatives. You'll collaborate closely with a supportive team and partner across Council departments to deliver impactful, consistent communications that drive participation and connection.

Key Functions You'll Be Championing Include

  • Events
  • Economic Development
  • Community Development
  • Ocean Safety
  • The Animal Shelter
  • Community Venues and Property

What You'll Do
  • Lead campaign planning and delivery to support community initiatives, events and programs.
  • Manage social media content for the Community Impact and Innovation team, including short-form videos and reels.
  • Create high-quality content and marketing materials in alignment with Council's brand and tone.
  • Partner with Council's Communications and Engagement Team to ensure cohesive messaging across all channels.
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders to support campaign goals and community outcomes.

What You'll Bring
  • A degree in Communications, Marketing or a related field – or equivalent industry experience.
  • Proven experience in a marketing or communications role, ideally with a focus on community engagement.
  • Strong knowledge of digital marketing, including paid campaigns (Meta, Google Ads, etc.).
  • Creative eye with practical experience using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), Canva, or similar.
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills – able to juggle competing priorities with ease.
  • A collaborative, proactive and people-focused mindset.

Join our Team and Grow with Us

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council
  • Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit
  • Get your application in by 11.59pm: Thursday 28th August 2025.
  • Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated on Thursday 4th September 2025.
  • Package: $93,854 - $99,489 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
  • Hours of work: Permanent full time, working 35 hours per week. You will have the option of a 19 day month through Council's flex system.
  • To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Hayley Barnes, Senior Manager Community Impact & Innovation, HBarnes@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.

Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, JJohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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