Remote Communications Coordinator (Seasonal Contract)

Oomf; Newcastle; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

HumanAbility is seeking a Communications Coordinator to support the creation and delivery of clear, concise communications about our work. You’ll manage internal and external channels including website, newsletters, events and social media, and collaborate with contractors as needed.

The role requires a collaborative team approach, flexibility for travel, and capability to translate complex content for diverse audiences across Australia.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in communications, journalism or similar or demonstrated equivalent experience.
• Experience in a Communications team, preferably in not‑for‑profit or government sector.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in CMS, social media platforms and Monday.com (or similar).
• Able to work collaboratively and manage multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Identify, plan and create content for HumanAbility’s communications channels, including social, digital and newsletters.
• Translate complex technical, policy and workforce content into plain English for the target audience.
• Draft communication materials with clarity, accuracy and consistency.
• Ensure content is accessible and appropriate for diverse audiences including industry stakeholders and the public.
• Work closely with other teams to align communications across sectors.
• Assist in developing or commissioning multimedia content, including videos and graphics.
• Observe and follow work health, safety and wellbeing policies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Project management

Content management systems

Social media platforms

Monday.com proficiency

Stakeholder management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in communications or journalism

Tools

Monday.com

CMS platforms

Social media management tools

Job description

HumanAbility is seeking a Communications Coordinator to support the creation and delivery of clear, concise communications about our work. You’ll manage internal and external channels including website, newsletters, events and social media, and collaborate with contractors as needed.

The role requires a collaborative team approach, flexibility for travel, and capability to translate complex content for diverse audiences across Australia.