At a Glance
- Tasks: Help refresh our Council's website and create user-friendly content.
- Company: Join South Gippsland Shire Council, a friendly and values-driven workplace.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work options, professional development, and health initiatives.
- Other info: Diverse career paths and a commitment to inclusion and support.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by improving digital experiences for the community.
- Qualifications: Passion for communications, strong writing skills, and experience with websites.
The predicted salary is between 94663 - 94663 $ per year.
Work with us to refresh Council's website. In this two-year fixed-term position, you will play a key role in delivering a project that makes it easier for the community to access information and content with Council online. Working closely with employees across Council, you will coordinate content development, support project delivery, and contribute to the planning and implementation of Council's new website. This diverse role will see you create clear, accessible and user-focused content while supporting a range of digital communication initiatives. Offering variety, collaboration and the opportunity to work across multiple projects and stakeholders, this position is ideal for someone who enjoys combining project coordination, content creation and digital engagement.
ABOUT YOU
You are an organised and collaborative communications professional with a passion for creating engaging digital experiences. You have strong writing and editing skills, an eye for detail and the ability to translate complex information into clear, user-friendly content. You enjoy building relationships and working with a diverse range of stakeholders to achieve outcomes. Comfortable managing competing priorities, you can work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
- Qualifications in communications or marketing or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience developing and managing website content and using content management systems.
- Well-developed written and verbal skills.
- An understanding of website accessibility, user experience and digital communication principles.
- Strong organisational skills.
- A proactive, customer-focused approach and commitment to continuous improvement.
ABOUT US
South Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values-based leadership. We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community. Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep. Our values – Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence – are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US!
- Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements.
- Rostered Days Off offered for full-time roles.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Diverse range of exciting career paths in full-time, part-time or casual positions.
- Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
To view the Position Description for this role, please contact us.
CLOSING DATE
Applications close Midnight Wednesday 4th November 2026.
CONTACT
Enquiries to: Christine Legg, Manager Regional Partnerships on (03) 5662 9***.
NEXT STEPS
You will be required to address the application questions and upload two documents, your resume and cover letter. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest! All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed.
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