Digital Communications Officer

Directorate: Legal & Civic
Team: Communications & Events
Employment Status: Permanent full-time
Employment Arrangement: 35 hours per week with access to Councils Agile Work Policy
Salary Range:

• Base Salary: From $80171.00 (Grade 12 Step 1) per annum
• Plus: 12% superannuation
• Total Package: $89791.52 per annum

The successful candidate will have access to step increases for the grade based on competency assessment and tenure within this position.

About Strathfield Council

Strathfield Council is a dynamic medium-sized Council located in Sydneys Inner West. Covering an area of approximately 14 square kilometres we proudly serve a vibrant and growing community of around 46000 residents with population projections set to exceed 60000 by 2041.

We are committed to delivering high-quality services driving community initiatives and building a thriving sustainable future for our residents.

The Opportunity

Strathfield Council is seeking a creative Digital Communications Officer to enhance our digital presence and connect with the this role you will produce engaging content (particularly video) and manage social media channels to promote Council programs and initiatives. Working collaboratively across teams you will help deliver clear timely and impactful communications.

What You Will Be Doing

• Create digital content Plan film and edit engaging video along with photography and written content to promote Council initiatives.
• Manage social media channels Develop schedule and publish tailored content across platforms including Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube and X.
• Capture content in the field - Attend events and work on-site with teams to gather real-time authentic content
• Collaborate across Council Work with internal stakeholders to identify stories and ensure consistent accurate messaging.
• Monitor performance Track analytics and use insights to improve engagement reach and overall digital effectiveness.
• Support communications activities Assist the Communications and Events team with campaigns and day-to-day delivery as required.
  

Essential Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification an/or experience in digital / social media content creation and /or communications and digital marketing.
• Demonstrated experience delivering monitoring and evaluating digital communications plan / campaign with web social and other digital analytics and reporting.
• Demonstrated experience using a variety of software to produce content suited to a range of digital formats and diverse audiences including video and other content for social media web and online publishing.
• Experience building positive perceptions for an organisation through the development and implementation of a digital communications campaign that uses emerging technologies across the implementation.
• Ability to design and develop digital communications strategies that align to broader communications and campaign strategies.
• Creativity and ability to develop compelling content that tells a story.
• Understanding of and ability to utilise data and analytics functions to provide reports evaluations and commentary on the effectiveness of paid and organic social media activity.
• Excellent communications skills (written and verbal) able to deliver to a variety of audiences.
• Exceptional attention to detail strong organisational abilities and the capacity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Work collaboratively with Communications and Events team members to ensure the delivery of seamless and professional communications services for all areas of Council.
• Ability to work some weekends and evenings as required.

Desirable

• Experience working in Local Government.

Why Work With Us

At Strathfield Council you will enjoy a supportive workplace that values balance growth and wellbeing. Benefits include:

• Flexible work arrangements through our Agile Work Policy
• 35-hour working week with options for a compressed four-day week
• Generous learning and development opportunities
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program
• Access to the Fitness Passport Program
• Health & Wellbeing Reimbursement Program
• Regular staff engagement events including quarterly Roadshow lunches.

Click here for more details about our staff benefits and Click here to view Councils Agile Work Policy.

Position Description

Click here to review the full position description for this role.

How to Apply

To submit your application online:

1. Complete your details and answer the application questions.
2. Attach the following documents in PDF format:

• Cover letter addressing the selection criteria
• Current resume

For questions about the role please contact our People & Culture team at .

Applications via email will not be accepted.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Thursday 9 April 2026.