Location: North Road Office

Department: Communications

Compensation: Annual Package AUD $87,371.38 - $91,700.48

Employment type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: In office

Status:

Temporary, Full-Time (1.0 FTE) 8 months with the possibility of extension.

$87,371.38- $91,700.48(per annum) dependent on skills, qualifications and experience.

The City of Albany’s Communications Team is looking for an experienced, passionate and creative individual to take up the role of Communications Officer on an 8-month contract.

Reporting to the Communications Coordinator, this role will see you working in a dynamic role to maintain communications material for the City and generate ongoing material for a range of audiences. The role also provides support for the Communications Team, and in liaison with the Communications Coordinator, is responsible for the coordination of a range of communications activities and channels.

About You

The successful candidate will need to have a tertiary qualification in communications or marketing with a minimum of two years relevant work experience and have previous experience in public relations/communications/engagement role. Experience in digital marketing tools, approaches and systems, developing, planning, delivery of communication and marketing projects and implementing communications and engagement plans and activities, particularly with a community focus. A proven ability to concisely and clearly deliver a broad range of communication materials, including print, online and face–to-face, to effectively meet project objectives is also required for this position.

If you have experience working in a similar position within the communications/marketing industry and are passionate about working for the City of Albany, please apply.

About Us

The City of Albany is one of Western Australia’s most important and historic regional Cities. The services, facilities and activities that we offer are continually evolving and expanding.



As an employee of the City, you can help us reach our full potential. We employ around 500 staff members and provide an exceptional and committed service to the City of Albany and we create an environment where every employee has an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to a more diverse workforce and promote diversity and equal opportunity employment.

What We Offer

The City offers some great benefits including flexible work arrangements to ensure a work-life balance. You will also enjoy a range of other benefits including:

- Superannuation co-contributions of up to $4,500 per financial year
- Professional development opportunities, including training, memberships, and study assistance
- Excellent leave entitlements including annual leave loading and the ability to purchase up to an additional 8 weeks’ annual leave per year
- Employee health and wellness program and initiatives including yearly flu vaccinations, skin checks and health assessments
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
- Free ALAC Memberships
- Festive leave days
- Generous study assistance
- Employee recognition program
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Novated Leasing (where applicable)

Interested?

To apply, please click the “ApplyNow” button and follow the submission instructions outlined in the ApplicationPack.

Please Note: To be eligible for an interview, you must clearly address the key selection criteria outlined in the ApplicationPack.

Deadline

Applications close 5pm, Thursday 30 July 2026

The City of Albany is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion across all its organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with lived disabilities, and individuals of all ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

File Name

Communication Officer Application Pack.pdf

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📌 Communications Officer (Albany)
🏢 City of Albany
📍 Albany