Community Engagement and Communications Officer

Community Engagement and Communications Officer

Closing date: 14/09/2026 11:45 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Location: Ivanhoe Aquatic, 170 Waterdale Road, Ivanhoe

Department: Healthy and Active Communities

Compensation: Annual AUD $49,994.57 - $57,898.35

Employment type: Fixed Term Contract

Connect people, promote wellbeing and champion inclusive leisure

Banyule Leisure is seeking a creative and community-minded Community Engagement and Communications Officer to support engagement, digital communications, campaigns and community partnerships across our leisure facilities.

In this varied part-time role, you will help coordinate the Banyule Leisure Equity Membership Program, build connections with community organisations, support events and days of significance, and create engaging content for social media, web and in-centre communications.

Why you’ll love this role and what you’ll do:

You will work closely with Banyule Leisure teams, Council departments and external partners to promote programs, share good news stories, support campaigns and help more people access local leisure opportunities. You’ll

• Coordinate and facilitate the Banyule Leisure Equity Membership Program
• Connect Banyule Leisure with community through networking and connecting with community organisations.
• Focusing on connecting identified disadvantaged community cohorts with Banyule Leisure Facilities.
• Coordinate and champion social media channels for Banyule Leisure. Including promotion of facility, “good news stories”, and supporting program promotion and awareness.
• Work with program coordinators and colleagues to maximise effectiveness of major campaigns

If you are passionate about community connection, inclusive access and engaging communications, we would love to hear from you.

What you’ll bring/what we are looking for:

We are looking for someone with strong communication skills, experience creating digital or campaign content, a genuine interest in community wellbeing, and the ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You’ll have:

• An ability to create organic content and structured marketing campaign content.
• A commitment to Banyule Leisure’s values and a keen interest in promoting health and wellness outcomes for our customers and the wider community.
• Strong customer service focus and ability to multitask in a busy and dynamic environment, without compromising service to customers.
• At least 2 years’ experience in similar or related roles.
• Prior experience working within the community sector or aquatics and recreation industry in a communications role will be highly considered.

What’s on offer

• A 2 year fixed term part time role working 22.8 hours per week – this could be worked across 3 or 4 days.
• Salary from $49,994.57 to $57,898.35 per year (comparison at full time is $83,324.29 to $96,497.25) depending on experience, plus super.
• Primary work location Ivanhoe Aquatic, and Olympic Leisure Centre.
• Supportive and engaging team
• Benefits include personal development and access to gym facilities

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Level 2 First Aid (Apply First Aid).
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Pre employment checks:

• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)
• Working with children check

How to apply:

Applications close: 14 September 2026 at 11.45pm. Please submit your resume and cover letter telling us why you are interested in the position. 

For further details about this position, or if you have any questions, please call Wes Hurrey on 0408 678 421 for a chat

Why choose Banyule? Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on our community. At Banyule Council, you'll have the opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive, collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded.

Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email[email protected]

Our Values: Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community. You will share our values and have a passion for helping a community of over 130,000 residents to live happier, healthier and more connected lives, all while growing your skills and advancing your career. We look forward to you starting the next chapter of your career at Banyule Council.

Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.

To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.

Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region’s history.

Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.