Senior Communications Specialist - BHL

Bethanie Housing Ltd, a subsidiary of the Bethanie Group, is a registered community housing provider that owns and manages affordable and appropriate accommodation including apartments, townhouses, and villas for seniors in Perth and regional WA.

Bethanie Housing Limited (BHL) is growing, and we are seeking an experienced Senior Communications Specialist to lead strategic communications and stakeholder engagement that supports BHL’s development pipeline, organisational growth and strategic objectives.

This is a hands-on, outcomes-focused role working closely with the CEO to lead strategic communications and stakeholder engagement across BHL's development pipeline. You will help strengthen BHL's reputation, support key partnerships and ensure clear, consistent communication with stakeholders.

• Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer - BHL
• 12 month fixed-term contract position, 0.8FTE based at our West Perth office
• Flexible working arrangements, including working from home 
• We attend the office (or site) a minimum of three days per week 

Why this role matters?

Your work will help shape how BHL engages with residents, government, partners and the broader community as we grow our portfolio of social and affordable housing. This is an opportunity to influence meaningful projects that create lasting community impact across Western Australia.

If you are a strategic communicator who can influence, build trusted relationships and turn complex information into clear, practical messaging we’d love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

• Lead communications and stakeholder engagement for priority development projects.
• Develop communications frameworks, protocols, tools and templates.
• Prepare communications, briefings and engagement materials for key stakeholders.
• Provide strategic communications, media and reputation management advice.
• Support funding, partnership and market positioning initiatives.

About you

You are a strategic communications professional who combines strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to deliver practical outcomes. Comfortable working with executives, Boards, government and community stakeholders, you can translate complex issues into clear, compelling messaging and advice.

You bring extensive experience in communications, stakeholder engagement, corporate affairs or a related field, ideally within property, housing, development, government or community services environments. You are known for your sound judgement, strong relationship-building skills and ability to influence and engage diverse audiences.

Working with Bethanie Housing
At Bethanie Housing, we are committed to being an employer of choice by creating a supportive and compassionate environment for our people and customers. As well as being part of a stimulating and nurturing work environment, you will also have access to the following benefits:

• Financial benefits: Salary packaging up to $15,899 per annum for everyday living expenses, plus up to $2,650 per annum for meals and entertainment, and additional benefits for parking — increasing your take‑home pay
• Wellbeing benefits: A comprehensive mental health and wellbeing program and free annual flu vaccinations
• Culture and connection: A supportive team environment, regular team events and an annual awards night
• Lifestyle benefits: Retail discounts and savings via FlareHR, and gym membership discounts through Anytime Fitness

To Apply 

Please click on apply to upload your resume and brief cover letter before the closing date of 2 September 2026. Our application process will include a questionnaire to finalise your application. If you require any further information, please contact our Talent Acquisition team on ***********@bethanie.com.au