Are you a skilled writer and digital strategist ready to take the lead on content for some of Sydney’s most vibrant community platforms?

Waverley Council is on the lookout for a Digital Content Officer to drive engaging and effective content across our suite of websites — including Waverley Council, Waverley Library, Waverley Cemetery, Second Nature and Hello Bondi.

This brand-new role is part of an exciting period of growth and modernisation in our Digital Customer & Data Team. You’ll bring strong writing, project coordination and stakeholder management skills, with a flair for digital content strategy and cross-platform alignment.

Why join us?

• Permanent full-time position (35 hours per week)
• Potential for 9-day a fortnight
• Salary: $92,107.28 - $ 105,923.37 p.a. plus 11.5% Superannuation
• Yearly flu shots, skin checks and annual health and wellbeing fair
• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Flexible working conditions, family friendly policies and other great employee benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver Council’s digital content strategy across multiple platforms
• Create and manage engaging written content for websites and organisational outputs
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to plan and execute content
• Ensure brand consistency across EDMs, websites and social media
• Maintain content calendars and contribute to the overall communications schedule
• Assist with web system administration and occasional freelancer coordination

What you’ll need to have for this role:

• Minimum five years’ experience in digital content and/or web development.
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders of interest and to appreciate competing points of view.
• Proven ability to assist in the planning, coordination, and implementation of effective communication, both external and internal.
• Sound appreciation of the dynamic environment in which local authorities operate.
• A positive approach to working cooperatively with others and within a team.

To be considered for this position, please answer the online application questions and include the following documents:

• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this position
• Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position

Please note that pre-employment checks are part of the recruitment process.

Please refer to the position description for detailed information on the position and required skills and experience. For more information contact, James Gulloni, Manager, Digital Customer & Data, [email protected]

Waverley Council is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates. We encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; young people; older workers; people with disabilities; LGBTQIA+; and other minority groups. If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our People and Culture team at [email protected]

We fully support the aims and objectives of the NSW Officer of Children's Guardian and Child Protection legislation. We will implement necessary practices to ensure a safe and supported Council environment for children and young people. All staff, volunteers and contractor’s welcome child safe and child friendly practices

How to apply: Visit waverley.nsw.gov.au/council/jobs

CLOSING DATE 26 JUNE 2025