• Take your next step in a purposeful organisation
• Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane location  
• Late January 2027 start date

About Us

The Marist Association of St Marcellin Champagnat Ltd (MASMC) is a faith community that provides a formal structure for leadership and governance of Marist life and mission in Australia, particularly in the fields of education, spiritual formation and youth ministry. Each of these three ministries has its own executive and management structure.

We are seeking a creative Communications Officer to join our team to help us deliver engaging communications and messaging with our internal and external stakeholders.

About the Role

With a dual reporting line to the Executive Director, MASMC and the Head of Business, Marist Schools Australia (MSA), you will play a key role in supporting the mission and vision of MASMC, MSA and associated Marist ministries by developing and delivering high-quality communications that engage stakeholders, staff and members.

You will promote Marist spirituality and pedagogy, strengthen community connections, contribute to strategic priorities, and ensure consistent messaging across digital and print platforms.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing, writing and editing engaging content for publications, newsletters, website, social media, and other communication channels
• Producing video content and podcasts
• Developing email campaigns and promoting events through digital and print channels
• Managing and maintaining the MASMC and MSA websites, ensuring content is current and relevant
• Planning and scheduling social media posts across appropriate platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) and monitoring engagement and analytics to inform improvements
• Coordinating the production of print and digital publications, including annual reports, online blogs, quarterly magazines, newsletters, brochures and event materials
• Supporting internal and external communication and recommending and implementing ways to effectively engage withrelevant stakeholders
• Providing communications support during key MASMC and MSA gatherings, including photography and live updates.

This role is a permanent full-time position and can be worked from one of the Marist offices, including in Sydney (Mascot), Melbourne (Parkville), or Brisbane (Ashgrove).

The successful candidate will not be required to commence in the role until late January 2027.

About You

You are a seasoned communications professional with a creative flair and have a passion for working in a values-based environment. You have a flexible approach to work and are comfortable working between two associated, yet separate entities.

Specifically, as the ideal candidate you will bring:

• A degree or diploma in Communications, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in managing social media and digital platforms and strong understanding of digital media and content management systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a creative approach to storytelling and engagement.
• Working knowledge of relevant software, including Squarespace, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Office365 environments and ideally Supporterhub CRM.
• Demonstrated ability to look for efficiencies, determining needs, researching software solutions, and testing and implementing.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Commitment to the mission and values of MASMC and MSA.

It would be an advantage if you also have:

• Familiarity with Catholic/Marist context.
• A current and unrestricted drivers’ licence.

What’s on Offer?

• The opportunity to contribute to a purposeful organisation.

• Flexible working arrangements in line with organisational policy.
• An attractive salary and access to not‑for‑profit salary packaging benefits (which can increase your take-home pay).

Enquiries and Application Process

To obtain a copy of the Position Description and instructions on how to apply, please contact Anthony Spata at Reach HR on 0402 210 055 or [email protected].

Applications close 2 November 2026.

Additional Requirements

MASMC and MSA have a zero tolerance of the abuse of children and vulnerable persons and are committed to providing a safe environment for all.  A Working With Children and National Police Check Clearance will be required for this role.

Only candidates with the unrestricted right to work permanently in Australia will be considered.