THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you ready to make a difference?

We're looking for a creative and collaborative Marketing and Communications Coordinator to join our Catholic Schools team in this full-time, 11-month parental leave opportunity (November 2026 to October 2027).

In this energetic role, you'll help bring the stories of our schools to life through engaging campaigns, compelling content and innovative communications strategies. Working closely with school leaders, stakeholders and the wider Communications team, you'll create content that celebrates achievements, supports enrolments and strengthens connections across our school communities.

From managing social media channels and developing digital content to supporting major campaigns and events, no two days will be the same. You'll have the opportunity to write for a variety of platforms, coordinate marketing activities, contribute to strategic communications initiatives and help showcase the impact of Catholic education across the Diocese.

We're looking for someone who combines creativity with strong organisational skills. You'll be confident producing high-quality written and visual content, building positive stakeholder relationships and managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

If you're passionate about creating impactful communications, enjoy collaborating with others and want your work to make a genuine difference to local communities, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help share the stories that inspire learning, connection and belonging across our Catholic school communities.

Why Join us?

- Directly contribute to improving the lives of many in the community.
- Attractive salary.
- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport (T&C;’s apply).
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.




- A great, friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers.
- Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits program.
- Corporate benefits, including EAP, flu shots and more.
- Modern office facilities including onsite café.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this position is to coordinate the marketing and communications for the Catholic Schools by achieving day-to-day activities and deliverables, supporting communications strategies with the objective of adding value to the organisation.

The incumbent commits to working within Work Health and Safety guidelines and Code of Conduct at all times whilst in the employ of the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

- Strong interpersonal, relationship and customer service skills. Demonstrated capacity to develop collaborative relationships and deliver high levels of client service
- Excellent communication skills – written, visual and verbal
- Experience with editing photographs and writing, proofreading and editing written content
- Experience with social media and online content across a range of platforms
- Experience working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Excellent organisation and time management skills and capacity for multi-tasking
- Familiarity with current marketing and communications practices and processes and awareness of emerging trends




- Experience with Microsoft; Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite and eDm packages
- CMS experience

QUALIFICATIONS

- Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Communications or Business
- Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Current Class C Driver’s Licence

To Apply

Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:

- Examples of your experience developing and delivering marketing and communications campaigns.
- Why you are interested in this opportunity and how it aligns with your career goals.

For further information please reach out to: Tim Bowd, Senior Marketing and Communications Manager - ••••@mn.catholic.org.au

Applications close 11:59pm on Friday, 23/10/2026.

Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

Additional Information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.

All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

📌 Marketing & Communications Coordinator - Catholic Schools (Newcastle West)
🏢 The Catholic Diocese of Maitland- Newcastle
📍 Newcastle West