Communications, Partnerships & Events Coordinator

Part-time | 25 hours per week | 6-month contract (possibility of extension)

Salary: $90,000–$95,000 per annum (pro rata) + superannuation

Help us tell the Pegasus story, build meaningful partnerships and create lasting community impact!

Pegasus is seeking an experienced, creative and proactive Communications, Partnerships & Events Coordinator to join our small but mighty team. This is a hands-on and varied opportunity for someone who loves bringing stories to life, building relationships, creating engaging content and delivering events and campaigns that make a difference.

Reporting to the Executive General Manager, you will play an key role in protecting and amplifying the Pegasus brand, strengthening our community connections and supporting the growth of our partnerships and engagement activities.

About the role

Working approximately 25 hours per week, with some flexibility, you will take responsibility for communications, social media, sponsorships, partnerships, events, community engagement and campaign coordination.

The role includes additional project activity during our 50 for 50 campaign in November, with occasional evening or weekend work associated with events and social media engagement. Pegasus supports flexible working arrangements for our team members.

Key responsibilities

Communications, social media and brand

- Develop and manage our social media content calendar across Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
- Create engaging, brand-aligned content, including copy, photography, graphics and video.
- Develop and maintain a consistent Pegasus brand and style guide.
- Monitor performance, engage with our online community and identify opportunities to grow our reach.




- Support media opportunities, storytelling and public communications.

Partnerships and community engagement

- Identify, develop and maintain relationships with sponsors, community partners and supporters.
- Coordinate sponsorship proposals, meetings, follow-up and partnership benefits.
- Build sustainable processes and systems for managing stakeholders, partnerships and digital assets.
- Manage the Pegasus Ambassador Program, including recruitment, onboarding and ongoing engagement.

Events and campaigns

- Plan, promote and coordinate Pegasus events and community activities.
- Lead planning, stakeholder engagement, activation and reporting for our 50 for 50 campaign.
- Coordinate event logistics, communications and post-event evaluation.
- Support broader organisational advocacy, engagement and strategic priorities.

About you We are looking for someone who combines creativity, initiative and practical delivery. You will bring:

- Significant demonstrated experience in communications, marketing or social media management, ideally within the community or not-for-profit sector.
- Relevant qualifications in marketing, communications, business development or a related discipline.
- Excellent writing, storytelling and communication skills.
- Strong relationship-building, stakeholder engagement and networking capabilities.
- Experience working with sponsors,



partners or community stakeholders.
- Practical content creation skills, including basic design, photography or video editing.
- Experience coordinating events, campaigns or engagement activities.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Confidence representing an organisation externally and developing trusted relationships.

Above all, you will be someone who enjoys working collaboratively, takes ownership of their work and is motivated by making a meaningful contribution. Why join Pegasus?

This is an opportunity to use your communications, marketing and relationship-building expertise to support a community organisation with a meaningful purpose. You will work closely with our Executive General Manager, Board, volunteers, partners and wider Pegasus community, with the opportunity to influence how we share our story, strengthen our brand and build lasting relationships.

How to apply

Please submit a brief Expression of Interest and your CV outlining:

- Your interest in the role and relevant experience.
- Examples of communications, sponsorship, partnership, event or campaign work.
- Your availability, including your capacity to support the October–November campaign period.
- Any relevant portfolio links or work samples.

Send your application to: Kirsten Baker, Executive General Manager Email: [email protected]

Applications close: 5.00pm Monday 19 October 2026.

For enquiries, please contact Kirsten on 02 6254 9190.

We welcome expressions of interest from people who can combine creativity, strong relationships and practical coordination to help Pegasus grow its community impact.

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