Position Title: Internal Communications & Engagement Coordinator
Type: Part-Time (2–3 days/week, flexible)
Reports To: CEO
Location: Canberra ACT
Salary: $65,000-$90,000 package per annum (for 3 days/week)

We’re looking for a people-first communicator to join our team as our Internal Communications & Engagement Coordinator.

In this flexible part-time role, you’ll act as the connector between the CEO, Board, staff, and volunteers—ensuring communication is clear, culture is strong, and everyone stays informed and engaged. You’ll be responsible for creating internal communications, coordinating stakeholder updates, and supporting a positive team environment. The role also includes secretariat duties, such as preparing Board agendas, distributing papers, taking minutes, and helping maintain smooth governance operations.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys being the calm, organised presence behind the scenes—shaping how information flows and relationships grow across the organisation. If you’re a great writer, highly organised, and passionate about purpose-driven work, we’d love to hear from you. We offer flexibility, purpose, and a values-led team culture where your contribution will have lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Communications & Culture

Develop and maintain internal communication rhythms (newsletters, announcements, updates)

Draft or refine CEO and Board updates to the team and volunteers

Support a strong, inclusive culture through timely and meaningful internal messaging

Celebrate staff and volunteer milestones and achievements

Stakeholder Engagement

Ensure volunteers and staff feel informed, included and aligned with organisational goals

Help translate strategic priorities into clear, human communication for internal audiences

Build cross-functional relationships to ensure communication flows across all levels

Secretariat & Governance Support

Coordinate Board and committee meetings (agendas, scheduling, minutes)

Prepare and distribute professional Board papers in collaboration with the CEO

Maintain registers, governance documents and follow-up action tracking

Ensure governance timelines and reporting obligations are met

Key Competencies

Outstanding written and verbal communication

High emotional intelligence and interpersonal awareness

Strong organisational and time management skills

Ability to work discreetly and maintain confidentiality

Comfortable liaising with senior stakeholders and volunteers alike

Governance awareness and confidence managing documentation