Communication and Engagement Officer

1 day ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia COTA Queensland Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Join the Council on the Ageing (COTA) Queensland team

Permanent, part-time position (4 days per week)

Access Salary Sacrifice to increase take home pay

Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including work from home days

Influential role - make a real impact on the lives of older Queenslanders

About Us

Council on the Ageing Queensland (COTA Queensland) is the state's peak body representing older people. Established in 1957, we are a registered charity and for-purpose organisation dedicated to advocating for the rights, interests, and wellbeing of older Queenslanders. We empower older people to have a strong voice in shaping policy, influencing service delivery, and guiding community planning towards age-inclusion. Our approach is grounded in respect, diversity, equity, and collaboration.

Our vision is a Queensland where ageing is embraced as a time of possibility, opportunity, and influence.

Learn more about our mission and values at

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic, values-driven Communications and Engagement Officer to build and strengthen engagement with our audiences. Reporting directly to the Director of Services, you will develop, implement and monitor communication activities across a diverse range of channels. These include our website, social media channels, media releases, newsletters and publications. The role also leads the communications components of key campaigns and events, including World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Seniors Month and Ageism Awareness Day.

This exciting role will suit someone who is passionate about social impact, understands the importance of elevating older people's voices, and thrives in vibrant, collaborative environments.

This is a part time SCHADS Level 6 role, working 4 days per week. The position is based in the Brisbane CBD with flexible work arrangements on offer and salary sacrificing available.

Key Responsibilities

As Communications and Engagement Officer, you will be responsible for communications and content management and collaborate with our teams on campaigns, events and promotion of COTA Queensland's Vision. You will drive audience engagement and build on our subscriber base by developing targeted, relevant and compelling communications across all media channels.

Apply for this role if you want to contribute to empowering age-inclusive communities and support equitable participation, wellbeing, and respect for older Queenslanders.

About the successful candidate

As an accomplished communications and engagement professional, you will be able to demonstrate:

  • A minimum three years' experience in communications, media or stakeholder engagement roles, ideally in the not-for-profit or community sectors.
  • The ability to produce high-quality written, visual and digital content for a range of audiences and platforms.
  • Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines.

Do you believe COTA Queensland could be an excellent match for you?

If so, please submit your application via the Apply button, providing us:

  • A concise cover letter of no more than 2 pages, summarising your relevant capability and experience
  • A current CV

Applications close midnight, Sunday 9 November 2025.

Please note that questions and discussion regarding this opportunity will only occur with notified shortlisted applicants.

Join our mission to ensure ageing is valued, celebrated, and supported throughout Queensland.

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