Remote-Ready Strategic Communications & Content Partner

Council Jobs; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 114,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Monthly accrued day off

Job summary

City of Stonnington seeks an Communications and Content Business Partner to lead the planning, production and delivery of the Stonnington News publication, serving thousands of residents. You will translate community initiatives into accessible content across digital and traditional channels, ensuring messaging aligns with the Council’s brand and strategic objectives.

The 18-month, full-time role requires crafting content plans, engaging stakeholders, and delivering high-quality written and

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Communication or relevant discipline is preferred.
• Demonstrated work experience in the communications environment.
• Skills in researching to enhance information and service delivery.
• Strategic mindset with ability to distill organizational strategy into clear messages.
• Experience working with executive stakeholders.
• Proven experience in writing print and digital communications.
• Valid Victorian Driver’s License and Victorian Working with Children’s Check.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans that support key projects and align with the Council’s objectives.
• Lead creation and delivery of high-quality content for websites, social media, campaigns, and publications.
• Craft compelling copy for news, media articles, and social posts.
• Incorporate community feedback to enhance content relevance.
• Collaborate with designers and digital specialists on visuals.
• Monitor impact using analytics and stakeholder feedback to inform strategy.
• Gather insights from internal departments to improve service delivery.
• Ensure content accessibility in line with council standards.

Skills

Content planning

Copywriting

Stakeholder management

Research and analysis

Social and digital media

Public communications

Education

Tertiary qualification in Communication

Tools

Driver's license

Working with Children’s Check

Job description

City of Stonnington seeks an Communications and Content Business Partner to lead the planning, production and delivery of the Stonnington News publication, serving thousands of residents. You will translate community initiatives into accessible content across digital and traditional channels, ensuring messaging aligns with the Council’s brand and strategic objectives.

The 18-month, full-time role requires crafting content plans, engaging stakeholders, and delivering high-quality written and