Temporary Part-Time (21 Hours Per Week, Up to 6 Months)

📍 Scone, NSW

Join Our Communications Team

Are you creative, organised, and passionate about connecting with the community through engaging content?

Upper Hunter Shire Council is seeking a Communications Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality communications across a range of platforms. Working closely with the Senior Communications Advisor and wider Communications team, you will assist with content creation, digital communications, social media, marketing activities, and provide administrative support across the organisation, including Customer Services when required.

Skills & Experience Required

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Qualifications and/or experience in Communications, Marketing, Graphic Design, Media, or a related field.
• Previous experience in a similar role.

Key Skills

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Experience developing engaging content across print, digital and social media platforms.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with content creation and design software.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud applications including:
  • Illustrator
  • Photoshop
  • InDesign
• Experience managing websites and CMS platforms such as WordPress.
• Experience creating content for and managing social media channels including:
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn
  • Instagram
  • X (formerly Twitter)

Additional Requirements

• Current unrestricted Driver’s Licence.

About Us

Upper Hunter Shire Council is a progressive and community-focused organisation dedicated to delivering quality services that enhance the lives of our residents.

Guided by our core values of honesty, accountability, respect, commitment, safety, and environmental responsibility, we work together to make a positive difference in our community.

Located in the beautiful Upper Hunter region, our Shire includes the townships of Scone, Aberdeen, Merriwa and Murrurundi, offering a fantastic lifestyle and rewarding career opportunities.

Applications Close

📅 Wednesday, 12 August 2026

Enquiries

For more information about this opportunity, contact:

Brayden Duignan
Senior Communications Advisor

📞 02 6540 1110
📧 hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au

How to Apply

Submit your application online, including your Cover Letter and Resume, via:

🔗 https://upperhunter.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/145?c=upperhunter

or visit: 🌐 upperhunter.nsw.gov.au

Make an impact through meaningful communication and help connect Council with the Upper Hunter community.