At a Glance
- Tasks: Create engaging content and coordinate community events to connect with locals.
- Company: Join the City of Gold Coast Council, a vibrant and diverse community-focused team.
- Benefits: Enjoy personal development courses, fitness access, and free counselling sessions.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your communication skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in communications or event coordination is a plus; creativity is key!
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Join a high-performing team connecting community, Council, and local priorities.
Are you passionate about communication, digital engagement, and strengthening connections between a City of Gold Coast Councillor and the community? We are seeking a proactive, organised and community-minded individual to deliver communication and engagement activities that support Councillor Joe Wilkinson and the Division 7 community.
In this role, you will develop engaging digital and social media content, coordinate targeted communication campaigns, and support the planning and delivery of divisional events and community engagement initiatives. Working under the direction of the Councillor, you will help ensure messaging is clear, timely, informative and aligned with Council standards, priorities and community expectations.
Your ability to build relationships, create compelling content and coordinate a range of activities will play a key role in connecting the Councillor with residents, businesses, community groups and stakeholders across the division, fostering meaningful conversations and strengthening local connections.
About Division 7: Division 7 has approximately 49,000 residents, encompassing Arundel, Labrador, Molendinar, Parkwood and parts of Helensvale. The division is diverse with students, academics, families and retirees all calling the Division home. The Arundel Coombabah Wetlands are also located in the Division.
Elected in 2024, Councillor Joe Wilkinson is dedicated to ensuring fair Council rates to ease the cost of living, enhancing local parks, bolstering community safety, advocating against inappropriate development and preserving natural assets such as the Broadwater and Arundel/Coombabah Wetlands.
About the Team: Based at the Labrador Community Centre, a dynamic and collaborative team supports Councillor Wilkinson in delivering divisional priorities and maintaining strong connections with the local community. The office is community-focused, with a strong value placed on adaptability, teamwork, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver communications, community engagement, and event coordination activities aligned to divisional priorities.
- Develop, coordinate, and manage communications across Divisional Office channels (including print newsletters, digital, and social media), ensuring clear, timely, and consistent messaging.
- Coordinate place-based community outreach, focused on capturing local insights and emerging issues.
- Monitor community feedback, trends, and sentiment to support stakeholder management and decision-making.
- Plan, scope and coordinate divisional events, community initiatives and projects, managing planning, scheduling, procurement, stakeholder engagement, communications, and collaboration across a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Integrate communications, engagement, and events to maximise community awareness and participation.
Skills and Experience:
- Experience working within an elected representative environment or supporting senior leaders in a complex organisation is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated experience in communications, marketing, community engagement or event coordination, with proficiency in using digital content creation and engagement tools such as Canva, CapCut, Campaign Monitor, SurveyMonkey or similar.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, engaging messages and adapt style as needed.
- Customer-centred approach to servicing internal and external customers and members of the community.
Qualifications:
- Certificate IV or Diploma in Marketing and Communication; Digital or Social Media Marketing; or Event Management (desirable); or equivalent knowledge and experience.
- International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) Certificate of Engagement (desirable).
Benefits and Work Environment:
- Personal and professional development courses.
- Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport.
- 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member.
- 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year.
Contact Person: Emily Barker
Closing Date: Thursday 8th October 2026/11:59pm AEDT
We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.
Divisional Officer Communication and Engagement Division 7 employer: City of Gold Coast
The City of Gold Coast is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a 9-day fortnight schedule and opportunities for overtime, employees enjoy a balanced lifestyle while contributing to the community's essential services. The organisation fosters a collaborative environment where staff can develop their skills in wastewater treatment operations, ensuring a rewarding career path in a vibrant coastal city.
