Marketing & Communications Partner

About the Role

The City of Playford invites applications for a full-time, 12-month fixed term position as a Marketing & Communications Partner, with a starting salary of $112,404 plus superannuation. Located in Munno Para, South Australia, the City of Playford is a rapidly growing council area focused on building sustainable foundations and keeping community interests central to its operations. This role offers the chance to lead the strategizing, execution, and assessment of creative marketing campaigns and projects across various communication channels.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• Lead and implement integrated marketing and communication plans
• Collaborate across council teams to provide expert marketing and communication guidance
• Design campaigns that effectively engage community members and stakeholders
• Develop and manage communication projects that deliver measurable outcomes

Candidate Profile

• Strong storytelling capability combined with strategic communication skills
• Proficient in creating engaging written content, including media releases and video content
• Experienced with digital and social media platforms for content development
• Effective stakeholder management skills allowing for trust building and flexible communication approaches
• Organized, results-oriented, and collaborates well with diverse teams
• Experience with graphic design software is an advantage

Additional Information

Applicants in this role may need to possess or be willing to obtain a National Criminal History Clearance or a DCSI Clearance. The City of Playford supports diversity and work-life balance and offers reasonable adjustments to accommodate applicants' needs throughout the recruitment process. For further inquiries about this position, contact the Acting Manager – Marketing & Communications at 0488 060 654.

Applications must be submitted by 12 pm on Monday, 3 August 2026, including resume and cover letter outlining suitability.