Community Engagement Officer

A.B. Paterson College; Gold Coast City; In loco; AUD 60.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A.B. Paterson College on the Gold Coast seeks a Community Engagement Officer to advance engagement with students, families, alumni and sponsors.

You will help deliver fundraising, events and partnership initiatives, and produce engaging content across channels under the Director of Communications and Strategic Partnerships. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in communications or community engagement, a relevant qualification, and a collaborative, proactive approach suitable for a fast-paced school

Competenze

• Tertiary qualifications in Communications, Marketing, PR or related discipline.
• 1–2 years' experience in communications, community engagement, fundraising, events, or related field.
• Willingness to work outside standard hours for events.
• Experience delivering marketing and engagement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of stakeholder engagement and fundraising principles.
• Interest in events coordination and delivery.
• Knowledge of social media, digital communications, and marketing techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative approach.
• Creative and proactive with a drive to deliver outcomes.

Mansioni

• Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, alumni, Foundation members, and other stakeholders.
• Support fundraising, community engagement and partnership initiatives in collaboration with Foundation and parent groups.
• Coordinate alumni engagement activities with Old Collegians and broader alumni community.
• Coordinate and support delivery of College events with professional stakeholder experience.
• Create and distribute marketing, communications and promotional content across channels.
• Maintain and update website content to align with College brand standards.

Conoscenze

Stakeholder Engagement

Event Coordination

Content Creation

Social Media

Communications Skills

Team Collaboration

Formazione

Tertiary qualifications in Communications/Marketing/Public Relations

Strumenti

Website Content Management

Descrizione del lavoro

As one of the Gold Coast's leading independent schools, A.B. Paterson College offers a dynamic and purpose-driven environment where marketing and community engagement professionals can gain exposure across events, communications, digital content, stakeholder engagement, fundraising and alumni relations. It's an opportunity to build a diverse skill set while contributing to a thriving College community.

The Community Engagement Officer is responsible for advancing and supporting community and stakeholder engagement through maintaining and fostering key partnerships, enhancing public awareness, and leading a selection of A.B. Paterson College community events.

Reporting to the Director of Communications and Strategic Partnerships, the role will be a key driver in implementing those components of the College strategic plan that are influenced and driven by the Communications and Strategic Partnerships department.

In line with established marketing and brand awareness strategies the role supports the College Marketing and Communication Strategy by partnering with the Marketing and Communications Officer, whilst under the direction of the Director of Communications and Strategic Partnerships.

This opportunity is ideal for an emerging professional looking to grow their skills, contribute across a diverse portfolio, and make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

1. Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, alumni, Foundation members, parent groups and other key College stakeholders.
2. Support the delivery of fundraising, community engagement and partnership initiatives in collaboration with the Foundation and parent groups.
3. Coordinate alumni engagement activities and foster meaningful connections with Old Collegians and the broader alumni community.
4. Coordinate and support the delivery of College events, ensuring a professional and engaging stakeholder experience.
5. Create and distribute marketing, communications and promotional content across a range of channels.
6. Maintain and update website content to ensure information is accurate, relevant and aligned with College brand standards.

To learn more about the responsibilities and expectations, please review the Position Description attached.

What We're Looking For:

• Tertiary qualifications in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related discipline.
• 1-2 years' experience in communications, community engagement, fundraising, events, or a related field (desirable but not essential).
• Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard business hours to support events and College activities.
• Experience supporting the development and delivery of communications and engagement initiatives.
• Sound understanding of community engagement, stakeholder relationship management, and fundraising principles.
• Experience or a strong interest in event coordination and delivery.
• Knowledge of social media platforms, digital communications, and marketing techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive stakeholder relationships.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative, innovative, and motivated to deliver meaningful outcomes.

Closing Date for applications: 13 November 2026

A.B. Paterson College reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process and to approach suitable candidates directly.