- 5 year full-time fixed term position
- Salary range commencing at $121,506.38 + 12% Superannuation
- Opportunity to join a supportive and engaged team
About us
The City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, we engage with our community across local business initiatives, community events, arts, environmental sustainability, community services and volunteering programs.
We are passionate leaders in many fields, and we exist to enable a better life for our community.
We are committed to creating a connected, progressive and resilient City that embraces new ideas, prioritises sustainability, and enhances quality of life.
About the role
The City of Unley is seeking an experienced Team Leader Communications, Marketing and Engagement to shape and deliver an integrated communications strategy that strengthens community trust, enhances the City’s reputation and drives community engagement to support the delivery of meaningful community outcomes.
Reporting to the Manager Customer Experience and Communications, you will play a central role in shaping the City’s strategic communications, corporate engagement and marketing initiatives, driving how Council engages with the community.
You will work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders across Council to provide strategic and specialist technical advice, identify opportunities for improvement, and contribute to organisational priorities.
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- Proven leadership experience, with the ability to build team capability and drive a high performing culture in a multi-functional team.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing strategic marketing, communications and media initiatives, including digital and content strategies.
- Well-developed understanding of contemporary communication, marketing and engagement practices, including digital media, communication engagement frameworks and media management.
- Demonstrated experience using data, audience insights and metrics to drive continuous improvement.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence outcomes.
- Local government or public sector experience will be well regarded.
Why work with the City of Unley?
For 150 years, the City of Unley has been defined by service â to our residents, our businesses, our neighbourhoods, and to each other. Generations of employees and volunteers have been united by a commitment to serve and have contributed to making Unley a place of character, connection, resilience and pride. Building on our proud history, we have an aspiration and a plan to continue to evolve, strengthen our culture and create the conditions for every person to do their best work and make a meaningful impact each day.
We believe this is a great time to join us to shape and share in the future.
More information
All enquiries and applications will remain private and confidential. Position specific enquires can be directed to Vanessa Godden, General Manager Community and Organisational Development at [email protected] or on (08) 8273 8781.
Applications should include a Cover Letter and Resume expressing the skills, experience, and qualities you can bring to this position.
Applications close COB Friday 24 July 2026.
We will be reviewing applications throughout the advertising period, and we may close this advertisement before the specified date.
This position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements:
- Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
- Facet-5 Personality Profiling
Everyone Belongs at Unley
As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, this role is open to candidates seeking workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds including people living with a disability and First Nations People to apply.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free recruitment process and a supportive workplace. Please refer to the Manager’s contact details above for any support you need along the way.
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