Internal Communications Officer

**Introduction**:
Make a difference where it matters most
At Housing Choices Australia, we believe everyone deserves a safe and affordable home. We are a leading not-for-profit housing provider committed to building inclusive and thriving communities. Our Five-Year Strategic Plan (2024-29) prioritises people and aims to deliver social impact, sustainable growth, and empowered teams.
Join us in building a better future, one home at a time.
Why you will love working with us
Join a passionate, purpose-driven team where your work creates lasting impact, and your wellbeing, growth, and individuality are genuinely valued.
Purposeful impact - make a meaningful difference in people’s lives by supporting inclusive, safe, and affordable housing.
Growth and development - enhance your skills and advance your career through tailored learning opportunities.
Balance that works - enjoy 5 weeks annual leave and flexible working arrangements suited to your lifestyle.
Valuable benefits - increase your income through salary packaging, salary continuance insurance, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
Supportive culture - be recognised and celebrated in an inclusive, values-driven workplace.
**Description**:
Internal Communications Officer
**Location**: Melbourne
**Employment type**: Fixed Term 12 month Part Time (0.6 FTE)
**Salary**: $83,409 FTE plus 11.5% superannuation and salary packaging
About the role
We’re looking for a communicator who loves creating engaging content—from newsletters and intranet updates to videos and internal campaigns. In this 12-month, part-time role, you’ll support the delivery of key communication initiatives and help connect a diverse national workforce.
Reporting to the Business Partner, Internal Communications, you’ll play a hands-on role in helping our values and culture come to life through content.
**What you’ll be doing**:
Create written, visual and video content for internal platforms
Translate complex topics into clear, engaging communications
Coordinate content calendars and support events and updates
Design graphics or short videos using Canva or Adobe tools
Monitor and improve communication performance via feedback and analytics
About the team
The Transformation group drives organisational innovation, change management, and continuous improvement across Housing Choices Australia. It leads initiatives designed to enhance operational effectiveness, streamline service delivery, and build capacity to adapt to evolving housing demands and technological advancements. This group ensures the organisation remains agile and responsive, well-positioned to meet future challenges and opportunities.
**Skills and Experiences**:
About you
**You will have**:
Experience in communications, journalism, or content creation
Excellent writing and editing skills across a range of formats
Basic visual design and/or video editing skills
The ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
A collaborative, proactive and curious mindset
You must agree to undergo any required employment screening, including but not limited to a National Criminal History or Police Check, Working with Children or Vulnerable Persons Check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value unique experiences and perspectives.
Our values in action
**Everything we do is guided by our shared values**:
Putting people first - we listen, respect, and respond to our communities.
Working together - collaboration helps us achieve better outcomes.
Doing the right thing - we act with integrity and accountability.
Acting boldly - we innovate to address current housing challenges.
We are committed to a strategy that supports tenant wellbeing, organisational growth, environmental responsibility, and workforce empowerment.
Belong at Housing Choices
How to apply
For further information, please contact Chelsea Isaacson, People & Culture Business Partner at 03 8636 9408.
If you do not meet every requirement, please still apply, as we value potential and diverse experiences as much as a perfect CV.
**Disclaimer**: To the best of Housing Choices Australia’s knowledge, this information is valid at the time of publication.