Communications and Content Business Partner

City of Stonnington; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 114,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Monthly accrued day off

Job summary

The City of Stonnington is seeking an 18-month full-time Communications and Content Business Partner to lead the planning, production and delivery of the Stonnington News publication, reaching thousands of residents.

You'll partner with Council stakeholders to identify stories, craft content plans, and translate community initiatives into accessible content across websites, social media, campaigns and print, ensuring messaging aligns with Brand and strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Communication or relevant discipline preferred.
• Demonstrated work experience in the communications environment.
• Ability to translate community initiatives into accessible content for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans aligned with Council objectives.
• Lead creation and delivery of high-quality written and visual content for multiple platforms.
• Craft copy for news, media articles and social posts to engage audiences.
• Incorporate community feedback to enhance content relevance.
• Collaborate with designers and digital specialists to produce compelling content.
• Monitor analytics and feedback to refine future content strategies.
• Ensure content is accessible and adheres to accessibility standards.

Skills

Content creation

Stakeholder liaison

Editorial planning

Social media

Education

Bachelor's in Communications

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Communications and Content Business Partner

Please view the below documents for this position:

• Position Description
• Inherent Requirements

This exciting 18-month Communications and Content Business Partner opportunity within our communications team will lead the planning, production and delivery of our Stonnington News publication, that provides valued information and insight to thousands of residents across the community.

You will work closely with stakeholders within areas of Council to identify engaging stories, developing content plans, and translate our community initiatives into accessible, readable content. You will also work with the communications team to support the delivery of our communication strategies across digital and traditional channels. This includes creating engaging content for websites, social media, campaigns, publications, and ensuring messaging is consistent and aligned with Stonnington’s strategic objectives and brand identity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans that support key projects and align with the Council’s overall objectives.
• Lead the creation and delivery of high-quality written and visual content tailored for various platforms, ensuring clarity and engagement.
• Craft compelling copy including news and media articles and social media posts that effectively convey the Council's initiatives and resonate with diverse audiences.
• Incorporate community feedback and insights into content creation to enhance relevance and reflect community interests.
• Regularly review and update messaging to ensure it remains current and impactful in response to emerging trends.
• Collaborate with graphic designers and digital specialists to produce visually appealing content that enhances messaging.
• Actively seek feedback from stakeholders to inform communication strategies, ensuring that community voices are heard.
• Monitor the impact of communication materials using analytics and community feedback to inform future content strategies.
• Work with internal departments and stakeholders to gather insights that enhance service delivery and content relevance.
• Ensure all content is accessible, adhering to the Council’s accessibility standards for community members.

Join us in 18-month full-time role, offering a competitive salary range of $113,974 - $126,589 plus 12% superannuation and a monthly accrued day off.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• A Tertiary qualification in Communication or relevant discipline is preferred, though lesser formal qualifications may be acceptable with equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrated work experience in the communication environment that showcases applicable skills and knowledge.
• Skills in researching to enhance information and service delivery, particularly in a social and political context.
• Strategic mindset with a proven track record of taking organisational strategy and distilling this into clear messages and stories to engage audiences.
• Demonstrated experience working with executive stakeholders.
• Proven experience writing print and digital communications materials with a strong ability to apply these skills in a practical work setting.
• Current Victorian Driver’s License and current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check.

Enquiries

For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Kate Jackson, Strategic Communications Lead at ********@stonnington.vic.gov.au. For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.

The City of Stonnington is a child-safe, equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of offerings available for our people, have a look at “Why Stonnington”.

If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment please contact Council’s Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.

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