About us:
Recently voted by TimeOut Magazine as #1 Coolest
Neighbourhood in Australia, Burwood is a diverse, creative, and connected
community. Our community enjoys well designed public spaces, inclusive cultural
events, intriguing laneways with impressive public art and an enviable restaurant
and café scene.
At Burwood Council our people are our most important
asset and central to achieving our exciting and ambitious Community Strategic
Plan 2036.
At Burwood our people are our most important asset
and central to achieving our exciting and ambitious Community Strategic Plan
2036.
Your Position:
Burwood
Council is seeking a proactive and creative Media and Communications Officer to
support our media and communications efforts by promoting the Burwood Local
Government Area (LGA) through event coverage, social media content creation,
and day-to-day communications tasks.
This hands-on role will involve working flexibly
across digital platforms to engage the community, while providing real-time
coverage of Council events and activities. You will also lead the organisation’s internal
communications function.
You will
have experience creating content for digital platforms, including social media
posts, photography, video editing and graphic
design.
Strong
writing skills, the ability to draft media releases and event summaries, and
solid interpersonal skills are key to this role as well as the ability to work
flexibly outside regular business hours to attend Council events when required.
You’ll have
the opportunity to be part of exciting Council events and activities,
contributing to meaningful community engagement and helping to shape Burwood’s
public image.
If you are
passionate about media, communications, and digital content, we’d love to hear
from you. Apply today to be part of a council committed to innovation and
community impact!
Key
Requirements:
- A degree in communications, public relations,
marketing, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated
ability to create engaging content for digital platforms, including social
media posts, photography and video editing.
- A
high level of written and verbal communication skills, with proven experience drafting
media releases, social media updates, speeches and event summaries.
- Excellent
interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and work
collaboratively with team members and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency
in using digital tools and software, such as Microsoft Office Suite, social media platforms, and graphic design, photo
and video editing tools such as Canva, Capcut and Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Flexibility
to work outside regular office hours when required to attend Council events and
provide media support.
- A current Australian C Class Driver Licence
- Willingness to complete a National Police
History Check
- Willingness to complete a pre-employment
police and medical assessment
Culture
& Benefits:
- Access to flexible working arrangement options
- Access to flexitime
- Health & Well-being initiatives (ie flu
vaccinations, skin checks, wellbeing activities)
- Access to Fitness Passport membership
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Modern offices located close to Burwood
Railway Station and part of a vibrant CBD
Enquiries:
Further
information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or
please contact Adrian Nesbitt, Manager, Marketing and Communications on (02)
9911 9921.
If you need
assistance with your application, any adjustments to be made to the recruitment
process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please
contact Lauren Allcott, People & Culture Advisor on 02 9911 9938.
How to
apply:
Please
click on “Apply now” and follow the steps.
Applications
are to include a resume, cover letter and answers to the online questions.
Closing
date:
Wednesday, 29 July 2026 at 11.59pm.
At Burwood
Council we celebrate diversity, value inclusion and welcome applicants from all
backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are committed to creating an
environment where every member of our team feels respected, supported and
inspired to contribute their unique skills and talents for a better Burwood.
In serving
our community, we are also proud to be a child safe organisation.
