Southern Grampians Shire Council – Hamilton VIC
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Directorate – Office of the Chief Executive Officer
Values
Raise the Bar, Create Brilliance Together, Dream Boldly/Change Bravely, Integrity in Every Step.
ABOUT COUNCIL
Southern Grampians Shire Council serves a diverse and connected community in Victoria's south-west, delivering services that enhance quality of life, support local growth and strengthen community wellbeing. We are committed to creating a workplace that values collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement, where our people feel supported to do their best work.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Communications Officer is responsible for bringing Council's stories, projects and priorities to life through engaging communications and community engagement initiatives. This role helps build trust and understanding between Council and the community by delivering clear, timely and accessible information across digital, print, media and face-to-face channels.
Working closely with the Senior Communications Coordinator, the Communications Officer develops content, manages Council's digital presence, coordinates media and public enquiries, supports engagement activities and provides strategic communication advice across the organisation.
The role also works collaboratively with local media, community groups, stakeholders and government agencies to strengthen relationships and support positive outcomes for the community.
We're looking for a proactive communicator who combines creativity with strategic thinking, thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong relationships with people from all walks of life.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Create and deliver engaging content across Council's digital, social media and internal communication channels
Manage Council's website, intranet and e-newsletters to ensure information is accurate, accessible and up to date
Develop surveys and engagement activities that help Council gather community feedback and inform decision-making




Support the delivery of communication and engagement strategies for Council projects, programs and initiatives
Research, write and publish a range of content, including media releases, newsletters, speeches and social media posts
Assist with media relations and the preparation of public notices and organisational communications
Provide communication advice and support to staff across the organisation
Build positive relationships with community members, media, stakeholders and partner organisations
Use a range of digital communication, design and content management tools to deliver high-quality outcomes
Contribute to a cooperative team environment and provide professional customer service and administrative support as required
ABOUT YOU:
A qualification in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Multimedia, or equivalent industry experience
Strong experience creating compelling content across digital, print and other communication channels
Experience managing e-newsletters, subscriber databases and digital communication platforms
Skills in photography, videography and visual content creation
An understanding of media relations and effective stakeholder engagement
The ability to manage competing priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Experience developing and implementing communication strategies and campaigns
Knowledge of local government communications and community engagement is highly regarded
Proficiency in a range of digital communication, design and content management tools
WHY JOIN US?
Competitive remuneration
Salary Sacrifice
Access to Health and Wellbeing programs
Meaningful work supporting the organisation
Collaborative team environment
Flexible working arrangements
We are a child safe organisation.
Further information for this role can be obtained by contacting Ashlea Sealey, Senior Communications Coordinator via phone on ******** ***.
Full details of this position are in the candidate information pack attached below.
Applications close: Friday 6 November **** at 5.00pm
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📌 Communications Officer (Hamilton)
🏢 Southern Grampians Shire Council
📍 Hamilton