Engagement Officer

• Create compelling content across digital, print and internal channels
• Capture and showcase key school events and community moments
• Collaborate with professionals and grow your skills

 About the Role

Canberra Grammar School is seeking a creative and highly organised Engagement Officer to help tell the stories of our vibrant School community.

Working across stakeholder engagement, publications, internal communications and content creation, you will develop engaging material that strengthens connection with our students, families, colleagues, alumni and broader community.

You will also support enrolment marketing, brand awareness and major School initiatives by creating high-quality marketing assets, coordinating consistent messaging and helping deliver memorable events and campaigns.

This is an exciting opportunity for a communications professional who enjoys variety, thrives in a collaborative environment and knows how to transform ideas and experiences into content that connects with people.

About You

You are a creative and motivated communications professional who combines strong storytelling skills with excellent attention to detail. You enjoy building relationships, managing multiple priorities and contributing ideas that make a genuine impact.

You will bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in marketing, communications, public relations, media, or a related field
• A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
• 3–5 years’ experience in a corporate or internal communications role
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to tailor content for diverse audiences and purposes
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders to deliver high-quality communication outcomes
• Excellent organisational skills, including managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines
• Strong digital literacy and understanding of current media, platforms, and analytics
• A proactive, future-focused mindset and ability to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans.

Desirable:

• Experience in independent schools, higher education, or the not-for-profit sector
• Familiarity with alumni engagement, philanthropy, and donor communications.

All team members at CGS are required to have:

• Appropriate qualifications
• A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
• A current National Police Check
• Full working rights within Australia.

Benefits for you

As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

• A competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5% (for permanent team members)
• Employee awards program and generous professional development funding
• Attractive salary packaging arrangements
• Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
• Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
• Access to the onsite health clinic
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave
• School fee concessions (for permanent team members)
• Convenient onsite parking

Working at CGS

Canberra Grammar School offers a vibrant and rewarding workplace where your skills, ideas and professional development are valued.

You will join a warm and inclusive community committed to delivering an exceptional education and inspiring students to achieve personal excellence. We are continually growing our community with passionate and energetic professionals who place student learning, wellbeing and connection at the heart of their work.

How to Apply

Please refer to the position description below and click the ‘Apply’ button and submit the following documents:

• Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description)
• Resume/CV

Canberra Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo child safety screening and recruitment checks in accordance with our Child Safe policies.

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

Attachments:
- Engagement Officer - Position Description.pdf