Help tell the story of healthy catchments, thriving communities and meaningful environmental outcomes across the Goulburn Broken region.

The Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority (GB CMA) is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Communications and Engagement Officer to help share our work with the community, partners, stakeholders and investors. This newly created position will play a key role in showcasing the people, partnerships and projects that deliver positive outcomes for our region.

Position details

- Position: Communications and Engagement Officer
- Classification: Band 7 ($86,632 - $98,495 pro rata, plus superannuation)
- Location: Shepparton
- Employment Type: Fixed term, 2 years
- Hours: 0.6 FTE (45.6 hours per fortnight)

About the role Reporting to the Marketing and Communications Coordinator, you will develop engaging content and communication initiatives that strengthen awareness of GB CMA's work and impact across the catchment.

You will

- Create engaging digital, written and visual content across a variety of channels.
- Develop and deliver communication campaigns and storytelling initiatives.
- Prepare media releases, newsletters, social media content, presentations and reports.
- Work closely with staff, project teams and partners to identify and promote success stories.
- Support stakeholder and community engagement activities.
- Foster positive relationships with media, community groups, Traditional Owners, government agencies and partner organisations.
- Attend events and activities across the region to capture and communicate outcomes and achievements

About you

- You are a strong communicator with a passion for storytelling, engagement and creating content that connects with people.
- To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience developing communication and engagement strategies and initiatives.
- Digital content creation skills, including photography and videography.
- Experience producing media releases, social media content, newsletters, reports and presentations.




- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
- A relevant qualification in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, community engagement or a related field.
- A current driver's licence.
- Experience working within the environmental, natural resource management, local government or public sector environment will be highly regarded.

To apply, please submit:

- A current resume.
- A brief cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your experience and suitability against the following key selection criteria:

1. Demonstrated ability to develop high-quality written, digital and visual communication materials, including media releases, newsletters, social media content, reports and presentations for diverse audiences.
2. Experience planning, delivering and evaluating communication and engagement initiatives that promote organisational priorities, achievements and community outcomes.
3. Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with staff, partners, community members, Traditional Owners and media representatives.
4. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgement and contribute positively to a safe, inclusive and values-based workplace.

Applications that do not address the Key Selection Criteria will not be considered Why join us?At GB CMA, you'll work alongside passionate professionals committed to improving the health and resilience of our catchments and communities. We offer:

- Adaptable and family-friendly working arrangements.
- Professional development opportunities.
- A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
- Meaningful work that delivers real environmental and community outcomes.
- The opportunity to help shape how we tell our story across one of Victoria's most significant catchments.

- The Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, inclusion and flexible work practices. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

📌 Communications and Engagement Officer (Shepparton)
🏢 Goulburn Broken CMA
📍 Shepparton