Communications Advisor

Be part of Victoria's last great story of growth

Mitchell Shire is where the city meets the country. Located just 40 minutes north of Melbourne, we're home to thriving townships, beautiful natural landscapes and some of Australia's fastest-growing communities.

With a current population of more than 64,000 residents and forecast growth to over 220,000 by 2046, there has never been a more exciting time to join Mitchell Shire Council. As we continue to grow, so do the opportunities to make a genuine difference to our community and help shape the future of one of Victoria's most dynamic municipalities.

At Mitchell Shire Council, you'll be part of a progressive, inclusive and supportive organisation that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. Together, we work as One Mitchell, guided by our values of Trusted, Engaged and Innovative.

About the Opportunity

We’ve created two new Communications Advisor roles as part of a new way of working for communications at Mitchell Shire Council.

Our Communications and Engagement team now works in partnership with Council’s services. Each Communications Advisor looks after a portfolio of departments, gets to know their work and their people and plans communications with them from the start. It’s built on relationships and trust, with the tools, training and support to make it work. Generative AI is part of the everyday kit and we’ve invested in it properly. It’s early days, so you’ll have a real say in how the model works.

You’ll partner with a portfolio of Council services, from the people planning a new playground to the planners shaping a new suburb, and help them think about what the community needs to know, when and how. You’ll write across every channel, be the media contact for your portfolio and help prepare the people who speak on Council’s behalf. When an emergency affects the Shire,



you’ll be part of the team that keeps people informed.

You’ll be one of three Advisors, reporting to the Communications Coordinator in a capable team that works across every channel and looks out for each other.

This is a permanent, full time opportunity with a Monthly ADO.

Remuneration begins at $94.1K to $102.3K (Band 6) plus superannuation.

Why Mitchell?

At Mitchell Shire Council, we are committed to creating a workplace where people can thrive and do their best work. In return for your contribution, you'll enjoy:

- Flexible work arrangements where operationally possible
- Learning and development opportunities
- Employee wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Program support
- A values-driven and supportive workplace culture
- The opportunity to contribute to one of Victoria's fastest-growing municipalities
- Meaningful work that makes a difference to our community

About You

We're looking for someone who is passionate about delivering outstanding outcomes and enjoys working collaboratively with others.

You’re a communicator who enjoys the people side of the job as much as the writing. You’ve run campaigns from planning through to evaluation and you can adapt your writing for a journalist, a social feed and a Councillor’s speaking notes. You’ve worked with media, including the reactive moments, and you know how to prepare a spokesperson well.

You read a room, understand what’s sensitive and know when to ask for a second opinion. You’re curious about generative AI and comfortable using it, with the judgement to know what a draft still needs.





You have tertiary qualifications in communications, public relations, marketing or journalism (or equivalent experience) and a current Victorian driver’s licence.

Want to Know More?

For further information about this opportunity, please contact Cherelle Pymer, Communications Coordinator via ••••@mitchellshire.vic.gov.au

All applications must address the Key Selection Criteria contained within the Position Description. For information on how to apply, please visit our Careers page.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Safety

Mitchell Shire Council is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that values different perspectives and upholds the highest standards of integrity, respect and responsibility. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disabilities.

As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check where required for the role.

Our commitment is guided by the principles of the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 (Vic), the Gender Equality Act 2020, the Climate Change Act 2017 and the Victorian Child Safe Standards.

We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support during the application or interview process, we encourage you to let us know. We will work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to participate fully and demonstrate your capabilities.

Applications close at 5pm on Monday 30 November 2026.

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