City of Sydney
Communications Officer
The local government authority for central Sydney and surrounds. Information and council services for residents, business owners and visitor.
Media and communications
Full-time
Office | Sydney, NSW, Australia
Visa sponsorship · No
Junior · A role for someone with some basic skills, good motivation and ability to learn. Typically 1-2 years of experience is required.
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Why City of Sydney
We’re dedicated to delivering the best city environment for business, work, living and recreation.
About the role
About the role
We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Communications Officer to support the Lord Mayor in promoting Council policies, projects and programs and in protecting the City of Sydney’s public reputation. This fast-paced role sits at the heart of the City’s communications team. It combines media, marketing and digital content to engage with the community and keep Sydney informed. What you’ll be doing:
- drafting clear, engaging press releases, social media posts and marketing content
- supporting the Lord Mayor with media prep, briefings and public events
- spotting opportunities to promote key initiatives across media and community channels
- engaging with local communities online to keep them informed and connected
- ensuring all content is high quality, on brand and delivered on time
We're looking for someone with:
- a degree in communications or a related field and/or extensive relevant experience within a large and high-profile organisation
- strong writing skills, especially for media and digital platforms
- solid project management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines
- confidence, discretion and the ability to work under pressure
- a passion for public service and community engagement
What you'll be responsible for
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Communications Strategy
Plan and execute the communications strategy that align with the goals of the company
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External Communications Development
Create, edit, and distribute content across a range of platforms that engage and inform a target audience
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Internal Stakeholder Management
Collaborate closely with leaders and internal teams to ensure messages align with business goals
Skills you'll need
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Collaboration
Works with others by being open, clear in communication and listening to achieve goals
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Written communication
Writes in a clear and structured format to convey information and ideas effectively to a target audience
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Attention to detail
Accurately identifies and rectifies discrepancies or errors that exists in information and deliverables
Meet the team
