Strategic Communications Officer

City of Perth; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 102,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Perth is seeking a Communications Officer to support internal and external communications for projects, campaigns and services. You will develop content for website, intranet, newsletters and social channels, and help coordinate campaigns with stakeholders.

Reporting to the Media and Communications Lead, you will assist with media activities, research, scheduling and reporting, and ensure timely, accurate, accessible communications.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or a related discipline, and/or relevant communications experience.
• Exceptional written communication skills with ability to turn complex information into clear messaging for diverse audiences.
• Highly developed stakeholder engagement, relationship management and project coordination skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high‑quality outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Developing clear and engaging content for the City’s website, intranet, newsletters, social media, publications and other corporate channels.
• Supporting the delivery of communications plans, campaigns and initiatives, including coordinating activities and preparing materials.
• Assisting with media and project coordination, including research, monitoring, scheduling and reporting.
• Working with internal and external stakeholders to gather information and support timely delivery of communications activities.

Skills

Content creation

Stakeholder engagement

Media coordination

Written communication

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in communications

Job description

City of Perth is seeking a Communications Officer to support internal and external communications for projects, campaigns and services. You will develop content for website, intranet, newsletters and social channels, and help coordinate campaigns with stakeholders.

Reporting to the Media and Communications Lead, you will assist with media activities, research, scheduling and reporting, and ensure timely, accurate, accessible communications.