Downlands College is seeking an experienced Marketing and Communications Officer to join the team in a full time maternity leave contract from mid-November 2026 to January 2028. This is a practical, hands-on role supporting the College’s marketing and communications across digital, print and community channels, including social media, website content, newsletters, publications, events, campaigns and enrolment-focused communications. Working closely with staff across the College, the successful applicant will help tell the stories that reflect the life, values and spirit of Downlands.
This role would suit a confident communicator who enjoys writing, shaping content and working with people. The successful applicant will have a good understanding of digital marketing, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage several priorities at the same time. Experience in education or a values-based organisation would be well regarded.
Owned and operated by the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart, Downlands College has a long history of academic, sporting and cultural achievement. Nurtured by a deeply committed team of teachers and support staff. Downlands fosters an educational philosophy that is heart-centred and values-driven.
Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in marketing, communications, public relations or a related field, together with three or more years’ experience in a similar role.
- Demonstrated experience creating content for websites, social media, email newsletters, publications and promotional materials.
- Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including strong proofreading skills and attention to detail.
- A sound understanding of digital marketing, including social media, website analytics, SEO and campaign reporting.
- Experience using design and publishing tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and Canva would be highly regarded.
- Eligibility and willingness to obtain a Working with Children Check suitability card, if not already held.
Salary $78,000 to $82,000 FTE plus superannuation.
How to apply
We invite applications from energetic, creative and organised individuals who can contribute to the life of Downlands College and demonstrate an understanding of its ethos as a Catholic MSC College.
For a copy of the Marketing and Communications Officer position description, please email
[email protected].
Applications are to include:
- A cover letter addressing the selection criteria in the position description
- Full Curriculum Vitae
- Examples of relevant work, such as graphic design, publications, social media content, digital campaigns or marketing collateral.
- Names and contact details of three professional referees
Please email the above by 5pm on Friday 25 September, to:
[email protected]. Ours is a spirit of family and a spirit of true friendship formed by kindness and understanding, by compassion and mutual forgiveness, by gentleness, humility and simplicity, by hospitality and a sense of humour. MSC Constitution #34
📌 Marketing and Communications Officer (Maternity Leave Contract) (Toowoomba)
🏢 Downlands College
📍 Toowoomba