Communications Coordinator

The South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service based in Bunbury which provides a variety of health services to Aboriginal people in the South West Great South Upper Wheatbelt and Peel Regions of Western Australia. SWAMS delivers a wide range of Services including GP Clinics Primary Health Care Counselling community host various programs. SWAMS has a strong growth strategy through partnership opportunities and future community development.

SWAMS is dedicated to enhancing employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. To promote equality and support this position will be subject to Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA). Aboriginal people are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given preference for this role.

As the Communications Coordinator you will lead and coordinate the delivery of all SWAMS communications and public relations activities. This includes strategic planning social media website and digital platforms marketing materials and communication support for organisational projects.

You will ensure bestpractice standards across all communications drive performance outcomes and meet reporting requirements in line with the SWAMS strategic this role you will:

• Lead the Communications Team and implement communication strategies aligned with SWAMS strategic direction.
• Coordinate all communication activities across marketing promotional materials social media website and digital platforms.
• Collaborate with internal departments to develop tailored communication materials and campaigns.
• Provide required reporting monitor team performance and support continuous quality improvement.
• Ensure all communications are culturally appropriate professionally delivered and compliant with SWAMS policies and legislation.

Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualification in communications or a related field.
• Experience in communications journalism marketing or public relations.
• Proven ability to develop and implement communication strategies across multiple channels.
• Minimum 3 years experience supervising or managing a diverse team.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Understanding of the health issues impacting Aboriginal people.

Why SWAMS

Along with working with passionate people and being able to feel like you have contributed to something every day SWAMS offers the following:

• 17.5% leave loading
• Up to $18550 salary packaging options and novated leasing options
• Discounted gym memberships
• Uniforms supplied
• Generous leave allowances
• Professional memberships paid for by SWAMS

For more information about SWAMS and the role:

• About SWAMS our great organisation
• For queries please contact Human Resources on (08) .

To Apply

At SWAMS child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to the wellbeing of all children and young people with zero tolerance for abuse. All team members have a legal and moral duty to ensure a safe environment and are required to undergo a National Police Clearance. Roles involving direct contact with children also require a valid WA Working with Children Check as part of our pre-employment screening.

In addition to this all applicants require satisfactory completion of a Drug and Alcohol test. Unsatisfactory pre-employment checks will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.

To apply for this role please follow the online application process of this platform or email your application through to: We also welcome you to drop your resume to our office at 30 Wellington Street Bunbury. Please include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria listed above along with your resume.

Please submit your application by 5pm Friday 20th March 2026.