Job Description
Job Task Analysis - Strategic Engagement & Communication. PDF
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Part-time position | 2 days per week (0.4 FTE) – fixed term until September ****
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Hybrid & flexible working | Office + WFH
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$100,968 - $110,162 pro rata per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation
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Location: Cheltenham
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About the role
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Join Kingston Council's Strategic Communications and Engagement team and make a real difference by connecting our community with Council services and programs.
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This role is perfect for a creative, organised communicator whothrives in a fast-paced environment,loves variety, greatcommsand community engagement.
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Whatyou'lldo:
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You'llwork across Council departments to deliver engaging communications and community consultation activities. Your responsibilities will include:
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Communicate with
impact:Developcomms
and engagement plans,campaigns, digitalcontentand promotional materials that connect with our community.
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Advise and
collaborate:Providestrategic
communications advice to all levels of the organisationto ensure consistent
andtimelymessaging.
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Spot and solve
issues:Identifyrisks
to Council's brand and reputation, and provide
smart,timelyadvice.
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Project support:Work with Council teams to plan and implement communications strategies for major projects and initiatives.
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Content
oversight:Coordinate
messaging across channels to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with Council priorities.
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What You'll Bring
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You'rea collaborative,



adaptable communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You bring:
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Tertiary qualifications in Communications, PR, Journalism, or related field.
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Experience in communications, engagement, or PR roles.
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Strong writing, editing, and digital content skills.Excellent relationship-building, organisation, and time-management skills.
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The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston's values of
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We make a difference We show care and respect We take pride in our work We are better together
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Enquiries
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For any enquiries about the position, please contact Anna Carli, Comms and Engagement Lead at
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To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
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For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at
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About Kingston
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Kingston Council's collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.
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We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment.



The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.
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Why you'll love working for us?
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Hybrid work options
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Flexible Work Options, including remote and work adaptable work hours
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Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
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Learning and development opportunities through career development programs
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Salary Packaging
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Purchase leave options
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Career development opportunities,
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Study/development assistance
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Discounted gym memberships
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Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
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Social club events
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Close to Public transport
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Free Onsite parking
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For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston
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Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.
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We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.
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Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.

📌 Communications & Engagement Advisor (Victoria)
🏢 Kingston City Council
📍 Victoria