About the role

As a Marketing Officer at Yarra Ranges Council, you will plan and deliver the promotion of Council’s cultural venues, programs, public art, and creative industries. You will work across Culture Tracks and the Yarra Ranges Regional Museum brands to help build awareness and participation with the community with local creative experiences.

You will work within a small, passionate and driven team in a fast paced, exciting environment, focussing on creating and managing content across digital and traditional channels, coordinating campaigns, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners. The role also involves updating websites, managing e-newsletters and social media, and using data to improve engagement and reach.

This is a full-time permanent position (38 hours per week).

This is a Band 5 role with a salary range rate between $80,490 and $89,430 per annum, plus superannuation.

Benefits of working with us:

Support work-life balance with your choice of monthly or fortnightly rostered day off and hybrid working arrangements.

20 weeks paid primary caregiver leave (6 weeks for secondary caregivers) plus other generous leave options such as volunteer leave, family planning and menstrual and menopause leave.

Opportunities for professional development and to take on temporary roles in other teams to grow your skills and experience.

Novated lease vehicle options.

Experience and skills we’re looking for

Experience working in government organisations and/or the venues, arts and entertainment industries

Tertiary education in Marketing, Communications or relevant field

3+ years of relevant marketing experience

Excellent organisational skills & attention to detail

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Demonstrated experience with Canva, Meta, Mailchimp, Google Analytics and CMS systems

Experience working with data and reporting on campaign outcomes.

Content creation experience (Social media, digital ads and e-newsletters)

Ability to manage time, prioritise tasks, and work independently.

If you have some but not all these skills or experience, we still encourage you to apply. Especially if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn.

How to apply

Please ensure you submit your application via our jobs portal by clicking ‘Apply’. Include a resume and cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, tell us about your experience, skills, and why you would like to work with us here at Yarra Ranges Council.

Applications close 11.59pm, Sunday 05 October 2025.

Contact person: Tanya Ryder, Communications & Marketing Coordinator, 03 9294 6603 or 0487 809 242

If you need support with your application or have accessibility needs, please call the contact person above or email us at [email protected].

Applicants who progress past the interview stage must complete pre-employment checks. These checks will include a Police Check and Working with Children Check,

About Yarra Ranges Council

Yarra Ranges Council committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We encourage people of all genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to apply for jobs with us. We support flexible work arrangements, including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job-sharing options to meet your needs and suit your life.

Yarra Ranges Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our community. We are committed to protecting children from abuse in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.