Communications and Marketing

Collingwood College; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Collingwood College in Melbourne seeks a part-time Communications Officer to help develop and deliver the school’s communications strategy, three days a week. You will create, edit, and distribute newsletters, announcements, and community updates, and draft articles, media releases, and website content.

You will support the Principal for internal communications, reflect the school’s branding and priorities, manage a calendar of events, engage families through tours and open days, and develop

Qualifications

• Degree in communications, marketing, PR, journalism, or related field.
• Proven ability to craft and edit clear content for school audiences.
• Strong writing and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the school's communications strategy.
• Create newsletters, announcements and community updates.
• Draft articles, media releases, and website content.
• Support internal communications for staff, students and families.
• Maintain branding and reflect school priorities in communications.
• Plan and support events, campaigns and tours.

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Copywriting

Editing & proofreading

Team collaboration

Time management

MS 365 proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Marketing/Public Relations

Tools

CMS

Microsoft 365

Job description

About the role - 3 days a week. Flexible work hours/location

Role starts January 27 2027!

• Assist in developing and delivering the school's communications strategy
• Create, edit, and distribute school newsletters, announcements, and community updates
• Draft articles, media releases, website content, and correspondence
• Support the Principal for internal communications for staff, students, and families
• Ensure communications reflect the school's values, branding, and strategic priorities
• Maintain a calendar of communication activities and key events
• Monitor and respond to general communication enquiries as required
• Support the planning and implementation of marketing campaigns to promote the school and increase enrolment interest
• Develop promotional materials including brochures, flyers, merchandise, advertisements, banners, and digital content
• Assist with prospective family engagement activities, including school tours, open days, and special events

About you

• Qualifications in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Media, Journalism, Graphic Design, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in communications, marketing, content creation, or social media management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills
• Experience using digital communication platforms and content management systems
• Ability to work collaboratively in a school or community-focused environment
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Teams)
• Hold or obtain a current Working with Children Check
• Commitment to child safety and wellbeing