About us

We are a values-driven organisation, proud to serve our community with a broad range of services. Our community is active and engaged, and takes pride in our diverse culture, green spaces and built environment. We are connected by our thriving town centres and our focus on creating safe and welcoming places for all. If you are looking to work with an organisation that promotes a positive and inclusive workplace, has a supportive working environment and truly believes their workforce is their most important asset, the City of Bayswater is the place for you.

About the Position

The Senior Communications Officer is an integral part of the Communications and Marketing team. Reporting to the Manager Communications, Engagement and Customer Relations, you will prepare communications plans, develop marketing initiatives to enhance the reputation of the City, contribute to strategy development and the implementation of strategic documents. You will also prepare media releases, arrange and attend photo opportunities, and respond to media enquiries.

As part of your role, you will work across diverse portfolio areas, including economic development, waste and recycling, project services, community safety, place making, internal communications, and community engagement to develop engaging content.

You will produce a range of communications material for the City’s channels. This includes managing and developing content (including video) for the City’s social media platforms, producing EDMs and assisting with management of the City’s website.

You will also be responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations and the professional and technical development of the City’s Social Media Officer (0.4 FTE) and Graphic Designer (0.6 FTE).

Excellent written communications skills are integral to this role and an ability to write high-quality content is essential. A proven track record of managing social media campaigns is required across Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram, including the execution of Facebook ad campaigns. Experience working with a content management system is also required.

The ability to build strong, positive relationships with staff across the organisation is vital to success in this role.

This is a part-time position offered as a 16-month fixed term contract, working three days per week in a job share arrangement, with the possibility of extension.

About You

We are looking for someone with at least five years’ experience in a communications role. A tertiary qualification in communications, journalism or a related discipline is essential. Local government experience is not essential but beneficial.

For the right candidate, this role offers the opportunity to be part of a tight-knit, high-performing team who are passionate about what they do and are committed to producing high-quality work.

If you want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.

What we offer

You will love working here because we believe we have great staff who are motivated and passionate about what they do. We get to make a difference in the community which brings great job satisfaction. We offer a competitive salary of $106,375.25 per annum pro rata plus super, as well as access to City of Bayswater staff benefits including:

• Generous superannuation contributions up to 21%*
• Additional 2 days leave per year plus annual leave loading
• Flexible work arrangements
• Free aquatic and gym membership
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee health and wellbeing program
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate health insurance discounts
• Diverse and inclusive work environment

*conditions apply

Closing Date: 10am, Monday 18 August 2025

To view the Position Description and information about working for the City of Bayswater, please download the attachments below.

For any further queries contact Catherine Halsall, Manager Communications, Engagement and Customer Relations on 9272 0689.

The City of Bayswater reserves the right to close this advertisement prior to the closing date. Candidate screening and interviews may take place prior to the advertised close date. Applications may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

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Applicants should include a current CV and a cover letter describing how you meet the requirements of the role.

JEREMY EDWARDS
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

The City of Bayswater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we promote a workplace that values and foster the diversity of our staff. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBQTIA+ community, and young people.