Environmental Storyteller

1 day ago


Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia beBeeCommunications Full time $51,980 - $59,990
Environment Communications Role

This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in environmental conservation. As an Environment Communications Officer, you will lead storytelling and strategic messaging for the Lake Illawarra Coastal Management Program.

The successful candidate will have solid experience and/or a relevant degree in communications, engagement, or environmental storytelling. Exceptional writing and editing skills are required to craft clear, engaging messages that resonate with diverse audiences.

Key responsibilities include developing and delivering targeted communications plans, creating compelling content for web, social media, and print, collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders, supporting media relations, and analysing engagement data.

We are looking for a natural communicator who is passionate about the environment and has a talent for turning complex ideas into compelling stories.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deliver targeted communications plans aligned with Council's environmental priorities.
  • Create compelling content for web, social media, and print that brings the CMP to life.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive community participation.
  • Support media relations and contribute to Council's broader communications efforts.
  • Analyse engagement data and prepare reports to inform strategy and decision-making.

Requirements:

  • Solid experience and/or a relevant degree in communications, engagement, or environmental storytelling.
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft clear, engaging messages that resonate with diverse audiences.
  • Digital content creation expertise, including photography and video production, to bring environmental initiatives to life.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively across teams and build meaningful relationships.
  • Strategic thinking and project management abilities, allowing you to juggle multiple priorities and deliver impactful campaigns.
  • A current driver's licenceand a sound understanding of WHS principles to support safe and effective fieldwork and engagement.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

  • True work-life balance
    Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options, flex-time, and rostered days off, mean you can maintain balance while delivering great outcomes.
  • Great working conditions
    Enjoy a 35-hour work week or a 9-day fortnight with a regular rostered day off (RDO).
  • Career growth and recognition
    Our initiatives include a reward and recognition program, corporate learning opportunities, study assistance, and leadership development programs to help you grow and succeed.
  • Generous leave provisions
    Benefit from five weeks of annual leave per year (pro rata) and access long service leave after just five years.
  • Health, safety, and wellbeing
    We prioritise a safe workplace for everyone, every day, everywhere. Our wellbeing programs support mental, physical and social wellbeing of our people to be at their best and include an Employee Assistance Program, skin and hearing checks, vaccinations, and discounted gym memberships.


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