About Inner West Council
Inner West Council (IWC) is among Sydney’s larger local metropolitan local government councils looking after a community of 201,000 people living in some of the inner city’s most vibrant, creative, liveable, and diverse suburbs. As we continue to deliver quality, innovative, and inclusive programs and services, we invite you to join in on our journey towards becoming the best council for our community.
The community is at the heart of IWC, and our values ofIntegrity,Respect,Innovation,CompassionandCollaborationare at the centre of everything that we do.
We offer flexible career life balance with hours that allow you to relax and recharge.We offer a variety of flexible work arrangement options(e.g. flexible hours and working from home) where appropriate giving you even greater quality of work life balance.
Permanent employees benefit from our great valuegym membership from $18.65/weekgiving access to a vast network of gyms in Sydney.
About the role
The Senior Social and Digital Media Advisor is responsible for providing expert advice and contributing to high quality digital communications which enhance Inner West Council’s reputation; proactively promote Council and the Inner West; and meet strategic objectives such as encouraging citizen and staff involvement.
This role will also create and oversee digital and social media content, including videos, to actively promote Council’s programs and projects to the community.
Please read thePosition Descriptionto familiarise yourself with all the requirements and conditions of the role.
Remuneration
$115,437.92 - $127,610.08 p.a. + 12% Superannuation
Some of the required skills, experience and qualifications
- Tertiary qualifications in communication, public relations, marketing or a relevant field, or commensurate industry experience
- Demonstrated expertise in social media, digital communications/marketing and/or public relations, including the management of multi-platforms and the production of digital, marketing and other promotional materials.
- Demonstrated experience in updating web content through content management systems and in graphic design and/or the Adobe design suite software, along with a strong understanding of contemporary best practice in social media, communication trends and emerging digital technologies.
- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with clients and media professionals, along with expertise in writing, filming, editing and producing video content.
- Ability to develop and/or implement social and digital media strategy in a dynamic, high-pressure environment working under pressure and manage tight deadlines, along with understanding of political messaging, public relations and engagement strategies
- Current NSW Class C Driver’s Licence
Enquiries
Margaret Merten, Marketing, Media & Communications Coordinator on 9392 5115
Closing Date
Sunday 16 August 2026, 11:30PM
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How to Apply
We recommend you read the Position Description for the role to make sure your application addresses the requirements of the position. Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applicants. Please advise us within the application if you need support, reasonable adjustments to participate successfully in the recruitment process.
Eligibility for employment/Pre employment Checks
Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks as required for the position. This may include police records checks, certified copies of relevant qualifications, Driver’s Licence and proof of work rights in Australia (please refer to the Position Description for the specific qualifications/requirements for the role). Copies of any sighted documents will be kept by IWC for its records as proof of verification.
For more information about work rights in Australia please visit theDepartment of Home Affairswebsite.
Inner West Council is proud to be an inclusive and equitable employer
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to reflecting the diversity of our community. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQ+ people, veterans, young people, and mature age workers.
This commitment to diversity and inclusion is one of the many reasons we were named the 2023 AR Bluett Award Winner as the most progressive council in NSW. We’re also proud recipients of the 2023 Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice and the 2025 NSW Local Government Excellence Award for Organisational Diversity and Inclusion.
Reasonable Adjustment Assistance
IWC are intent on respecting the rights and improving opportunities for people with disability. Should you require adjustments or support for your application and throughout the recruitment process and beyond, pleaseClick here for more information on reasonable adjustments
