• Take your next career step
• Strategic and hands-on role
• Part-time position with negotiable days and hours

About us

The Catholic Institute of Sydney (‘the Institute’) is Oceania’s only Ecclesiastical Faculty of Theology. We teach and confer highly-prized ecclesiastical qualifications in theology, and also offer a rich program of civil degree courses in philosophy and theology through our strategic alliance with the University of Notre Dame Australia.

As well as being the main educator of seminarians for the Archdiocese of Sydney, other dioceses and religious congregations, we prepare candidates for their ordination as a deacon and other ministries. We also offer Catholic intellectual formation through outreach and events, with a special focus on adult formation.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Marketing and Social Media Coordinator to join our warm and supportive community on a part-time basis.

About the role

This is a new role reporting to the President of the Institute. Working closely with the President, you will lead the marketing, social media and communication functions for the Institute.

You will promote the Institute, its brand and reputation as a unique, high-quality Catholic educational institution, and ensure its social media presence.

With a flair for marketing and using your exceptional writing skills, you will design and implement innovative physical and digital promotional materials including flyers, newsletters, enrolment materials and annual reports. You will prepare regular media releases and identify other opportunities for public comment.

You will prepare and monitor the budget and ensure the delivery of goals within the agreed cost allocation and timeframe.

The role is a permanent part-time role, with the number of days to be worked negotiable. The position is based in Strathfield, Sydney.

About You

Your can-do and energetic approach to work is key to this role, as is your experience in marketing and/or communications, particularly in the digital space.

As the ideal candidate, you will satisfy the following Key Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (marketing or communications) and/or demonstrated experience in a similar role
• Experience in digital platforms, social media, website maintenance and graphic design
• High-level computer skills and thorough knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Suite of products, including Indesign and Photoshop
• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to think critically, solve problems and evaluate data
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks, be self-directed and solution focused
• Understanding of, and commitment to Catholic values and teachings
• Current NSW driver’s licence.

What’s on Offer?

• An attractive salary based on experience
• Negotiable days and hours of work
• The opportunity to be part of a welcoming and supportive community.

Enquiries and Application Process

For a confidential discussion, and to obtain a copy of the Position Description and instructions on how to apply, please contact Nevine Piperides at Reach HR on 0418 698 327 or [email protected].

Applications close Sunday, 8 June 2025.

Additional Requirements

Preferred candidates must have relevant employment check clearances.

As this is an ongoing role, only candidates with the unrestricted right to work in Australia may apply for this position.

The Institute, as part of the Archdiocese, is wholly committed to ensuring the safety, well-being and dignity of all children and adults at risk, and acknowledges its important legal, moral and spiritual responsibility to create a safe and nurturing environment for those children and adults at risk. Applicants are encouraged to read the Archdiocese Commitment Statement and Safeguarding Policy.

Additionally, the Institute is committed to continuous improvement to assess and address the risk of modern slavery in its operations and supply chains and to report annually on these actions in the form of a Modern Slavery Statement.