Head of Strategic Communications

4 days ago

Bendigo, Australia Girton Grammar Full time

**About the Position**

Girton Grammar School are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic communications professional to fill a fixed-term leave position. The Head of Strategic Communications is a key member of the school’s leadership team, responsible for developing and implementing effective communication strategies to engage internal and external stakeholders. This role ensures consistent, clear, and professional messaging that aligns with the school’s vision, values, and strategic objectives.

The Head of Strategic Communications oversees the creation and distribution of content across various platforms, and supports the leadership team in promoting the school’s achievements and initiatives.
- Full-time | Immediate Start
- Fixed-term parental leave position until 26th June 2026
- To be eligible to apply, you must hold existing work rights to work in Australia

A link to the position description on the Girton Grammar School website.

**Why Join Us?**

At Girton Grammar, you’ll be part of a vibrant school community committed to educational excellence. We provide our teachers with opportunities for professional development, equipping them to become leaders in the education sector. Our strong culture of optimism and respect fosters both personal growth and academic achievement in staff and students alike.

**Benefits include**:

- **Work-Life Balance,**38 weeks of term time per year with flexible arrangements based on operational requirements.
- ** Professional Growth,**access to leadership mentoring and development programs.
- ** Supportive Environment,**paid parental leave for eligible staff, emergent leave, and an Employee Assistance Program.
- ** Benefits & Wellness,**salary packaging, free vaccinations, and an active staff association.
- ** Community Focus,**be part of a close-knit team dedicated to staff and student wellbeing.

**Key Selection Criteria**

Tertiary qualifications in communications or business and extensive relevant work experience, preferably in a school or educational setting.
- A positive approach to change and development.
- Excellent communication skills to help refine the Principal’s message and ensure that it is understood by all stakeholders.
- A pro-active mindset, with a flexible enthusiastic and energetic attitude with an ability to work on your own and use initiative.
- Ability to anticipate problems and sensitive approach to issues that require diplomacy.
- Ability to work autonomously and determine where to devote time and expertise to support position outcomes outlined above.
- Ability to anticipate and avert problems.
- Ability to grasp and add value to the Principal’s philosophical approach and school vision.
- Well-developed project-management skills - being organised and disciplined, showing attention to detail, and thorough with follow-up on all tasks.
- Strong skills in the use of information and communication technologies (ICT).

**How to Apply**

**Applications close on Monday**, 12th May 2025.**
- All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia._

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