Job Description

FULL TIME (Part time applications will be considered)

$94,345.36 Gross per annum + Superannuation

Our Values| Respect | Integrity | Teamwork | Service Excellence |Innovation

About the Opportunity

Looking for a role where rewarding work and lifestyle go hand in hand?

Glenelg Shire Council is seeking a Media and Communications Advisor to join its small, dynamic, creative and innovative team.

Primarily based in Portland, this role promotes and supports communications across Council on a diverse range of projects and initiatives.

We are looking for someone who is tertiary qualified in Media and Communications or a closely associated discipline with experience to assist in delivery of these matters. Council is open to part-time applications and flexible working arrangements.

For further information on the position please refer to the Position Description.

What you need to Succeed

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Effective verbal and written communications.
• Teamwork, collaboration and ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• Experience in providing communications events and projects.
• Effective networking and presentation skills.
• An understanding of influences associated with media in regional areas.

To apply for this position please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.

Why work for us?
A career with Glenelg Shire Council starts with a desire to go further. Here you will care about empowering our community and see the impact of the work you do.
We have a values-based culture and offer a range of training and personal development opportunities, along with a wide range of benefits for staff including salary packaging options, active social club, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program support, well-being initiatives and salary sacrifice options available for gym memberships.

Glenelg Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and values workforce diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing a safe working environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all people while providing positive employment opportunities.

We take pride in being a child safe organisation and are committed to the wellbeing of children and young people, as well as our employees. This commitment is reflected in our recruitment processes.

Our Shire is renowned for its landscapes which include the Budj Bim, National Heritage Landscape, expansive beaches, scenic and rugged coast and national parks.

We respectfully acknowledge the traditional lands and waters of the Gunditjmara people, Boandik people, Jardwadjali people and their respective cultural heritages. Council embraces diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive community.

Pre-employment Requirements:
All positions with Council are subject to a satisfactory ongoing National Police Check, valid Working with Children Check (Employee), medical assessment and Alcohol and Other Drug Screening.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position please click on the Apply Now button at the bottom of this page. You will be guided to complete our online application form. When submitting your application, please ensure you upload the following supporting documents:
• A brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the role, including addressing the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the Position Description.
• Resume.
• Copies of relevant qualifications (if applicable).

Applications Close: 5 August 2026 at 11:59pm

Looking for further information please contact:

Name: Matthew Berry
Position: Manager Planning and Development
Contact Phone: 03 5522 2307

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