Job Description
Marketing and Communications Officer (Maternity Leave Contract)
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Downlands College is seeking an experienced Marketing and Communications Officer to join the team in a full-time maternity leave contract from mid-November **** to January ****. 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.
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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.
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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.
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Requirements
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Relevant tertiary qualifications in marketing, communications, public relations or a related field, together with three or more years' experience in a similar role.
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Demonstrated experience creating content for websites, social media, email newsletters, publications and promotional materials.
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Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including solid proofreading skills and attention to detail.
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A sound understanding of digital marketing, including social media, website analytics, SEO and campaign reporting.
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Experience using design and publishing tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and Canva would be highly regarded.
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Eligibility and willingness to obtain a Working with Children Check suitability card, if not already held.
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$78,000 to $82,000 FTE plus superannuation.
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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