Communications Coordinator

Upscale Funds Management; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

5 weeks annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship and career progression

Supportive, collaborative culture

Job summary

Upscale Funds Management seeks a Communications Coordinator to join our marketing and communications team in Toowoomba, QLD. The role develops, executes and manages internal and external communications strategies to enhance our brand presence.

You will produce content, manage channels, coordinate with departments and support events, with interstate travel a few times a year as required. This hands-on position is ideal for a practical, detail-focused communicator.

Qualifications

• A degree in Communications or Marketing or equivalent experience.
• 1-5 years' experience in a communications role, graduates with results considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate communications campaigns across multiple channels.
• Create engaging written content including press releases and blogs.
• Manage social media accounts and monitor engagement.
• Coordinate with internal departments for aligned messaging.
• Assist planning and execution of company events, webinars, and presentations.
• Maintain communications databases and distribution lists.
• Monitor performance metrics and report campaign effectiveness.
• Ensure messaging complies with brand guidelines and policies.
• Support internal communications initiatives to promote employee engagement.

Skills

Concise writing

Agriculture knowledge

Project management

Persuasion

Microsoft 365 / PowerPoint

Graphic design (Adobe/Canva)

Video production basics

Education

Degree in Communications or Marketing or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Upscale Funds Management is seeking a Communications Coordinator to form our dynamic marketing and communications team. This is a full-time position based in Toowoomba, QLD. As Communications Coordinator, you will play a vital role in developing, executing and managing our internal and external communications strategies. You will be responsible for ensuring consistent, clear and compelling messaging across all communication channels, supporting the organisation's strategic objectives and enhancing our brand presence.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate communications campaigns across multiple channels, including email, social media, newsletters and website content
• Create engaging written content, including press releases, articles, blog posts and marketing materials
• Manage social media accounts and monitor engagement, responding to inquiries and maintaining brand consistency
• Coordinate with internal departments to gather information and ensure alignment of messaging across all communications
• Assist in the planning and execution of company events, webinars and presentations
• Maintain and update communications databases and distribution lists
• Monitor communications performance metrics and provide regular reports on campaign effectiveness
• Ensure all communications comply with brand guidelines and organisational policies
• Support the development of internal communications initiatives to promote employee engagement and culture
• Assist with media relations and manage press inquiries as required
• Interstate travel may occur a few times a year with regional travel approximately once a fortnight

What we're looking for

You will be someone who is practical, detail-focused and comfortable working in a growing business where priorities can shift. You will bring initiative, resilience and have a genuine interest in relationship development.

Qualifications

• A degree in Communications or Marketing or equivalent experience
• 1-5 years' experience in a communications role, however graduates with work experience or great results will be considered

Skills

• Concise professional writing
• A strong affinity or background in Australian agriculture
• Project management: strong on detail, delivers on budget on time
• Presence and persuasion: ability to sell, hold an audience, generate respect
• All Microsoft 365 functions particularly PowerPoint
• Graphic design in Adobe/Canva etc
• Basic video production & editing

What we offer

At Upscale Funds Management, we are committed to supporting the professional development and wellbeing of our employees. We offer a competitive salary package with annual performance bonuses, 5 weeks annual leave, and opportunities for ongoing professional development and training. We foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture where your contributions are valued and recognised, and we encourage innovation and creativity within our team. Our commitment to your success extends to mentorship opportunities and career progression pathways within our growing organisation.

About us

Upscale Funds Management (UFM) is a fund manager that buys farmland at agricultural prices and turns into higher value income streams that few can access. UFM has a competitive advantage in adding biodiversity offsets, carbon, hosting energy assets, and co‑existing with multiple income streams on each farm. Our team is composed of skilled professionals who are passionate about delivering value and driving positive outcomes. We believe in fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment where talent is nurtured, ideas are valued, and individuals are empowered to achieve their best. At Upscale Funds Management, we are committed to continuous improvement and staying at the forefront of industry developments.