Create compelling content across digital, print and
internal channels
Capture and showcase key school events and community
moments
Collaborate with professionals and grow your skills
About the Role
Canberra Grammar School is seeking a creative and highly
organised Engagement Officer to help tell the stories of our
vibrant School community.
Working across stakeholder engagement, publications, internal
communications and content creation, you will develop engaging
material that strengthens connection with our students, families,
colleagues, alumni and broader community.
You will also support enrolment marketing, brand awareness and
major School initiatives by creating high-quality marketing assets,
coordinating consistent messaging and helping deliver memorable
events and campaigns.
This is an exciting opportunity for a communications
professional who enjoys variety, thrives in a cooperative
environment and knows how to transform ideas and experiences into
content that connects with people.
About You
You are a creative and motivated communications professional who
combines strong storytelling skills with excellent attention to
detail.
You enjoy building relationships, managing multiple
priorities and contributing ideas that make a genuine impact.
You will bring:
Relevant tertiary qualification in marketing,
communications, public relations, media, or a related
field
A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
3–5 years' experience in a corporate or internal
communications role
Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to
tailor content for diverse audiences and purposes
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multiple
stakeholders to deliver high-quality communication
outcomes
Excellent organisational skills, including managing
multiple projects and meeting deadlines
Strong digital literacy and understanding of current media,
platforms, and analytics
A proactive, future-focused mindset and ability to
translate strategic objectives into actionable plans.




Desirable:
Experience in independent schools, higher education, or the
not-for-profit sector
Familiarity with alumni engagement, philanthropy, and donor
communications.
All team members at CGS are required to have:
Appropriate qualifications
A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
A current National Police Check
Full working rights within Australia.
Benefits for you
As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional
benefits, including:
A competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5% (for
permanent team members)
Employee awards program and generous professional
development funding
Attractive salary packaging arrangements
Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
Access to the onsite health clinic
24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
14 weeks of paid parental leave
School fee concessions (for permanent team members)
Convenient onsite parking
Working at CGS
Canberra Grammar School offers a vibrant and rewarding workplace
where your skills, ideas and career development are
valued.
You will join a warm and inclusive community committed to
delivering an exceptional education and inspiring students to
achieve personal excellence.
We are continually growing our
community with passionate and energetic professionals who place
student learning, wellbeing and connection at the heart of their
work.
How to Apply
Please refer to the position description below and click the
'Apply' button and submit the following documents:
Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the
Position Description)
Resume/CV
Canberra Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and
promoting the welfare of children.
All applicants will undergo
child safety screening and recruitment checks in accordance with
our Child Safe policies.
Applications will be assessed as they are received, and
the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date if a
suitable candidate is identified.
Attachments:
- Engagement Officer - Position Description.pdf

📌 Engagement Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Canberra Grammar School
📍 Canberra