Communications and Media Officer

Position Overview

At Reef Catchments our Communications and Media Officers are more than storytellers they are a connectors and advocates for our mission. This role leads the full spectrum of communications from media engagement and content creation to brand management digital presence and organisational messaging.

As the voice of our organisation youll help shape how Reef Catchments is seen and heard building strong community connections raising awareness of our work and ensuring our message is clear consistent and impactful. The Reef Catchments Group includes Reef Catchments a not-for-profit organisation limited by guarantee and our wholly owned subsidiary Catchment Solutions Pty Ltd.

About You

We are looking for a creative and strategic communicator who is proactive organised and detail oriented. Youll have strong writing and digital skills the ability to translate complex ideas into clear and engaging messages and the confidence to manage media relationships and deadlines.

If youre driven by purpose and believe in the power of communication to inspire change and strengthen community connections this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Reef Catchments is the Natural Resource Management (NRM) organisation for the Mackay Whitsunday Isaac region.

We facilitate change and work for long-term solutions to sustain protect and improve our regions natural resources and environment both now and into the future.

Our team are skilled and outcome-focused people who are all dedicated and motivated to facilitate positive change in the Mackay Whitsunday Isaac region.

We do this through listening respecting and connecting with landholders industry first nations people and the community. Our local connections and insights are enhanced by an ongoing commitment to embracing new technologies and adapting to evolving standards.

Selection Criteria

Essential

• Relevant Tertiary qualifications highly regarded
• Three years prior experience in a related communications and/or media role
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate the development of high-quality communications resources and products across platforms from engaging print to high-impact online and interactive media
• Proficient writer across various mediums including media releases case studies website content aand long form articles
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relations and collaborate with diverse teams and individuals
• Experienced in the use of the Adobe Creative Suite in particular Illustrator InDesign Premier Pro and Photoshop
• Experience in website content management and updates (specifically WordPress)
• Experience in social media platforms management and content creation (Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube)
• Strong attention to detail and high workflow and priority management skills
• Ability to work autonomously and in a harmonious team environment
• Photography able to capture and process quality images for use in communications resources.

Desirable

• Experienced media professional with the ability to form strong relationships with media at a local state and national level
• Knowledge of in-house video production and editing
• Event management experience
• Experience in user testing conducting focus groups and/or designing and conducting feedback surveys
• Experience in electronic direct mail systems such as Mailchimp
• Experience with NRM/environmental and/or not-for-profit (NFP) sector (i.e. familiarity with subject matter and business models)

We build a strong culture Our people are our strength

Our team is comprised of skilled and outcome-focused people who are all dedicated to looking after the environment in the Mackay Whitsunday Isaac region. We value diversity recognising its importance in creating our vision for resilient ecosystems and an engaged community. Our success hinges on building a team drawn from diverse backgrounds and life experiences and a commitment to deliver community and regionally relevant environmental outcomes along with driving a culture of learning and growth. We are intentional and contemplative in shaping our teams culture understanding that the perspectives and skills of our team members are vital.

How to Apply

1. Provide a cover letter addressing your suitability for the position based on the About You and Selection Criteria section.

2. Attach your current resume.

The selection panel will assess your ability to perform the work required for the position based on your cover letter response resume and other selection processes which may include an interview. Referees will be contacted upon successful interview.

Further information can be obtained by contacting us on (07). Please forward your application to by close of business Friday 24 October 2025.

We are looking to fill this role as soon as possible and will be reviewing and interviewing applications as they arrive. So dont delay apply today!