Communications Officer

• $102,067 - $108,107 per annum, plus superannuation
• Full-time, maximum-term contract
• Perth CBD location

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

The Opportunity

As a Communications Officer at the City of Perth, you will support the delivery of internal and external communications that promote the City’s projects, programs and services. You will develop engaging content for a range of channels, assist with campaigns and media activities, and work with stakeholders to deliver timely, accurate and accessible communications.

Reporting to the Media and Communications Lead within our Marketing and Communications team, your responsibilities would primarily include:

• Developing clear and engaging content for the City’s website, intranet, newsletters, social media, publications and other corporate channels;
• Supporting the delivery of communications plans, campaigns and initiatives, including coordinating activities and preparing materials;
• Assisting with media and project coordination, including research, monitoring, scheduling, approvals and reporting; and
• Working with internal and external stakeholders to gather information and support the timely delivery of communications activities.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or a related discipline, and/or relevant communications experience;
• Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to turn complex information into clear and accurate messaging for diverse audiences;
• Highly developed stakeholder engagement, relationship management, project coordination and influencing skills; and
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Previous experience in a corporate communications environment will be highly regarded.

If your experience and capabilities match these criteria, we welcome your application.

Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role and working at the City.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

• A right to work in Australia, such as a birth certificate, current passport or current visa; and
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance dated within the past three months.

How to Apply

Please apply online by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button below, which will direct you to the City’s application questionnaire.

When prompted, please submit your current resume, a tailored cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the Selection Criteria, and any relevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less is more!

The Application Process

Applications for this position will close at 5PM AWST on Sunday, 20 September 2026. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted, prior to the closing date.

Please note that the advert may close earlier than the listed closing date should suitable applications be received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.