Full-Time | 76 hours per fortnight
Location: Paddington, Brisbane
SCHADS Award Level 7 salary range of $125,000-$130,000 + super + salary packaging
Lead Communications, Marketing and Health Promotion for a Purpose-Driven Organisation
Communify is one of Brisbane's leading community organisations, supporting people across all stages of life to lead active, healthy and socially connected lives. Through a diverse range of services spanning aged care, mental health, disability, housing and homelessness, family support, alcohol and other drug recovery, asylum seeker support, neighbourhood centres and community development, we create opportunities for people and communities to thrive.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Communications, Marketing and Health Promotion Manager to lead Communify's communications, marketing, health promotion and community engagement functions.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and leading a Communications and Marketing Officer, this senior leadership role is responsible for strengthening Communify's brand, increasing awareness and participation across our services, developing strategic partnerships, and positioning Communify as a recognised voice in community wellbeing, social inclusion and urban social issues.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced communications, marketing or health promotion professional who is passionate about community impact and ready to lead organisation-wide initiatives that deliver meaningful outcomes for individuals, families and communities.
About the Role
As Communications, Marketing and Health Promotion Manager, you will:
- Lead the development and implementation of organisation-wide communications, marketing, health promotion and engagement strategies.
- Drive awareness, participation and retention across Communify's diverse range of programs and services.
- Develop and oversee integrated communications and marketing campaigns across digital, print and community channels.
- Lead health promotion, community education and public awareness initiatives that improve community wellbeing and social inclusion.
- Manage media relations, public relations activities and proactive storytelling opportunities.
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships with government agencies, funding bodies, health organisations, community stakeholders and sector partners.
- Oversee website content, social media platforms, electronic newsletters and digital engagement strategies.
- Analyse campaign performance and use data-driven insights to improve engagement, participation and reach.
- Manage communications budgets, resources and external suppliers.
- Provide leadership, mentoring and support to the Communications and Marketing Officer.
Essential Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Degree qualifications in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Health Promotion, Journalism, Community Development or a related discipline.
- Significant leadership experience in communications, marketing, community engagement, health promotion or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated success developing and implementing strategic communications and marketing initiatives across multiple channels.
- Proven experience leading teams, managing projects and delivering organisational outcomes.
- Exceptional written communication, storytelling, content development and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong understanding of digital communications, social media management, website content management and digital marketing.
- Experience using data and analytics to evaluate performance, drive engagement and inform decision-making.
- Strong relationship management skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Excellent organisational, project management and budget management capabilities.
Desirable Experience
We would be particularly interested in candidates who have:
- Experience in the community services, health, mental health, disability, aged care or not-for-profit sectors.
- Experience designing and delivering health promotion initiatives, including planning, implementation and evaluation.
- Experience managing organisational brands, public awareness campaigns, advocacy initiatives and community engagement programs.
- Experience with platforms such as WordPress, Mailchimp, Google Analytics, Google Ads, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Hootsuite and project management systems.
Why Join Communify?
At Communify, you'll be part of an organisation committed to social justice, inclusion and community wellbeing.
We offer the opportunity to:
- Make a meaningful contribution to the lives of individuals, families and communities.
- Lead strategic communications and engagement initiatives across a diverse and impactful organisation.
- Work collaboratively with passionate professionals who are committed to positive social outcomes.
- Build partnerships and influence conversations that strengthen community wellbeing and social inclusion.
- Contribute to an organisation that values innovation, collaboration, diversity and continuous improvement.
Compliance Requirements
The successful applicant will be required to hold or obtain:
- Current Queensland Driver Licence.
- Current National Police Check.
- Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
- Eligibility to work in Australia.
For more information about the role or to view the full position description, visit https://communify.connxcareers.com/Job/ViewJobs.
Please submit:
- A current resume; and
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and addressing the essential requirements.
Communify is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people living with disability, LGBTIQ+ individuals, refugees and people seeking asylum.
Applications close: 08 July 2026; note Applications will be reviewed as received and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.
