[Apply in 3 Minutes] Cadet Digital Content Officer

Overview

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest councils in NSW with one of the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 385,000 residents.

The role

The Cadet Digital Content Officer role offers a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career by supporting Council's communication goals. You'll create videography, photography and digital content to highlight our services, initiatives and projects, sharing our stories and the work we do with the community. This position is ideal for a student in their penultimate year of study in Communications, Social Media, Photography or a similar field, seeking a great start in local government. You’ll develop your skills with guidance from experienced communications professionals while monitoring social media, responding to media inquiries and managing urgent issues. You’ll also create and edit content for various platforms, support the Media Specialist, assist with media briefings and contribute to Mayoral engagement and outreach activities.

For a full list of duties, please review the position description in the formal documentation.

You will

- Be enrolled in a tertiary qualification in communications, media or a related field. You must have two years left in your course.
- Have experience managing social and digital media platforms.
- Have proven ability to create engaging content for social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.
- Be skilled in producing video and photography content for various channels and styles.
- Have a strong understanding of social and web analytics tools to inform decision-making.
- Be capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously within tight deadlines.
- Have experience thriving in a fast-paced environment, adapting to shifting priorities.
- Be available to work weeknights and weekends.
- Hold a current Class C Driver’s Licence.

The salary range for this opportunity commences at $58,494 (T08) + 12% super.

What’s on offer

- Temporary full-time or part-time opportunity.
- Create community impact by playing a key role in making a positive difference.
- Work/life balance in an environment that values flexibility and wellbeing.
- Award-winning council recognised as an Employer of Choice and industry leader.
- Career development through continuous learning and tailored growth opportunities.
- Health and wellbeing focus with access to supportive programs.

For more information, please contact Shona Snowden (Team Leader Media and Digital Communications) at shona.snowden@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a

- Resume; and
- Cover Letter addressing the essential qualifications and experience within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role

Applications close Wednesday, 8 October 2025.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.

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