Team Leader Communications, Marketing and Engagement

- 5 year full-time fixed term position
- Salary range commencing at $121,506.38 + 12% Superannuation
- Opportunity to join a supportive and engaged team

About us

The City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, we engage with our community across local business initiatives, community events, arts, environmental sustainability, community services and volunteering programs.

We are passionate leaders in many fields, and we exist to enable a better life for our community.

We are committed to creating a connected, progressive and resilient City that embraces current ideas, prioritises sustainability, and enhances quality of life.

About the role

The City of Unley is seeking an experienced Team Leader Communications, Marketing and Engagement to shape and deliver an integrated communications strategy that strengthens community trust, enhances the City’s reputation and drives community engagement to support the delivery of meaningful community outcomes.

Reporting to the Manager Customer Experience and Communications, you will play a central role in shaping the City’s strategic communications, corporate engagement and marketing initiatives, driving how Council engages with the community.





You will work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders across Council to provide strategic and specialist technical advice, identify opportunities for improvement, and contribute to organisational priorities.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

- Proven leadership experience, with the ability to build team capability and drive a high performing culture in a multi-functional team.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing strategic marketing, communications and media initiatives, including digital and content strategies.
- Well-developed understanding of contemporary communication, marketing and engagement practices, including digital media, communication engagement frameworks and media management.
- Demonstrated experience using data, audience insights and metrics to drive continuous improvement.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence outcomes.
- Local government or public sector experience will be well regarded.

Everyone Belongs at Unley

As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, this role is open to candidates seeking workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds including people living with a disability and First Nations People to apply.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free recruitment process and a supportive workplace. Please refer to the Manager’s contact details above for any support you need along the way.

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📌 Team Leader Communications, Marketing and Engagement (Adelaide)
🏢 City of Unley
📍 Adelaide