• Be part of an organisation that makes a difference
• Generalist Comms role offering lots of variety
• Permanent full-time opportunity, Melbourne based

The Smith Family (TSF) is an independent children's charity helping Australian children living in disadvantage to get the most out of their education, so they can create better futures for themselves. We are now seeking a Communications Coordinator to join our family.

Reporting to the Philanthropy Communications Senior Coordinator and working with a dedicated and energised group, this role is responsible for the communications activities that support Community Fundraising and Events, the acquisition and retention of Corporate Partners, high-value donors, as well as Trusts and Foundations.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for:

• Reviewing and coordinating approvals on marketing communications materials, which our corporate partners and donors create to showcase their relationship with TSF, ensuring these materials reflect our brand.
• Coordinating and implementing communications/marketing materials to attract and retain our corporate partners and Philanthropy donors.
• Writing, editing and proofreading copy for a diverse range of communications material.
• Interviewing students/families to create case studies and stories
• Supporting the Philanthropy Communications Team to project manage outsourced work
• Creating compelling content for all digital channels

Our successful candidate will bring the following:

• At least 2 years’ experience assessing, coordinating, and developing communications and marketing materials gained from working within communications, marketing, or advertising.
• Strong, demonstrable experience writing, editing, and proofreading
• Experience developing and collating content (stories and imagery) for both print and digital channels.
• Proven ability to build strong cooperative relationships with key stakeholders and work collaboratively across teams to deliver excellent results.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A talent for multi-tasking and exceptional attention to detail.
• Previous experience delivering multi-channel campaigns (client or agency side) is desirable.

About our culture

The Smith Family has employees at the centre of its values and operations. We nurture a supportive and inclusive culture that enables people to achieve personal and professional goals, through collaboration and innovation. With a proven work-life balance, wellbeing and health are our top priorities. Enjoy many other benefits, such as tax concessions and flexible working arrangements.

If you are passionate about what you do, committed to making a difference, and this sounds like your next role, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply online and upload your CV and a cover letter detailing your skills and experiences. You may view the position description attached. For any other information, please contact Ellen Stay, Senior Coordinator, Philanthropy Communications at [email protected] using the subject line: Communications Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a National Police Check and a Working with Children’s Check. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to principles of cultural diversity. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.

A position description is attached.