Digital Communications Advisor
Job No:
BAW511
Location:
Drouin
- Band 6: $93,934 to $102,389 + super. Permanent, full-time role with monthly RDO.
- Manage a diverse communications portfolio across social media, website, and online engagement while being part of a high-performing, creative team.
- Enjoy a great work-life balance with flexible and hybrid working options, fostering innovation in a supportive and friendly environment.
About Baw Baw Shire Council
A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. You'll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.
Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time, part-time and casual employees, all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life sway, study support, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.
At Baw Baw Shire Council, we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.
Located adjacent to Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne's CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training, seminars and conferences in the city, without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.
To learn more visit www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au
About the Role
The position assumes responsibility for the development and production of high quality, engaging digital communications, using multiple channels and platforms to ensure effective and prompt digital communications with stakeholders.
Work collaboratively with the Communications Team to transform the online service experience for Council’s customers by designing and developing digital services and content that is accessible, effective and provides a positive user experience.
Work across high volume digital communication platforms to grow Council’s online audience, promote Council services, raise community awareness, and maximise online community engagement and interactivity with Council.
About the Successful Candidate
To be successful in this position, you will have experience in:
- Managing and monitoring social media platforms, including the creation of content (photo/video/digital graphics), post scheduling, reporting and paid advertising across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
- Coordinating the delivery of Facebook Live events, including the development of presentations and information for participants.
- Scoping, filming, developing, editing, and producing video content in Premiere Pro for online use.
- Creating, sourcing, uploading and administering content to Council’s website and online engagement platforms.
- Experience using programs and software such as Open Cities, Engagement HQ, Meta for social media, Adobe Creative Suite, and iSentia.
- Maintaining online publishing practices for website content and undertake training of authors as required.
- Creating and developing online forms, surveys and workflows to improve business efficiencies.
- Undertaking periodical reviews and audits of Council’s corporate website.
- Developing digital campaigns and provide expertise to colleagues throughout the organisation on online engagement and promotional opportunities.
- Researching emerging technologies and trends in digital channels and make recommendations on how these can enhance Council’s communications.
Why you'll love working at Baw Baw Shire We believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us:
- Hybrid work is the norm here at Baw Baw for roles that can support it.
- Flexible work options, Baw Baw is committed to work-life balance.
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs.
- Access to rostered day off every four weeks (when working full time.)
- Career development opportunities.
- Study/development assistance.
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP.)
- A thriving Social Club.
- Close to Public transport.
- Ample free parking nearby.
Further Information and How To Apply
To apply, please review the position description and complete your application below including a current copy of your resume and a covering letter.
Applications close at 5pm on Sunday 20 July 2025 and must be submitted through the application form below.
For any enquiries about the position, please contact Kelly Grindley, Manager Strategic Communications on 03 5624 2819.
Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.