We're looking for a creative and collaborative Marketing and Communications Officer to join our Catholic Schools team in this full-time, 11-month parental leave opportunity (September 2026 to August 2027).
In this role, you'll help bring the story of Catholic education to life through engaging campaigns, compelling content and meaningful communications. Working closely with schools and stakeholders across the Diocese, you'll create content that celebrates achievement, supports enrolments and strengthens connections with our school communities.
We're looking for someone with outstanding written and visual communication skills, a creative mindset and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Whether you're developing digital content, coordinating campaigns or building relationships with stakeholders, you'll enjoy the variety and purpose this role offers.
If you're passionate about storytelling, thrive in a collaborative team and want your work to have a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help share the stories that make our Catholic Schools such a special place to learn, work and belong.
Benefits
Directly contribute to improving the lives of many in the community.
Attractive salary.
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport (T&C’s apply).
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
A great friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers.
Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits program.
Corporate benefits, including EAP, flu shots and more.
Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle exist to offer high-quality education founded on faith, community, and service. Guided by the mission of the Catholic Church, our schools nurture the spiritual, intellectual, social, and emotional growth of every child.
Catholic Schools are committed to creating learning communities where each student is known, valued and inspired to achieve their potential. Through strong partnerships with families, parishes and the wider community, we aim to form young people who are curious learners, confident leaders and active contributors to society.
The purpose of this role is to bring our mission to life through authentic storytelling, clear messaging and meaningful engagement. Grounded in faith and service, our work promotes the distinctive value of Catholic education and strengthens the connection between our schools, families, parishes and the wider community.
In this role you will communicate to drive enrolments, celebrate achievement, build understanding and unite our school communities. By maintaining a consistent and professional brand and highlighting faith in action, we help ensure messaging reflects who we are and what we stand for.
Desired Skills and Experience
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
Experience developing and implementing marketing and communications strategies and plans in a large, complex organisation.
Strong interpersonal, relationship and customer service skills. Demonstrated capacity to develop collaborative relationships and deliver consistently high levels of client service and advice.
Excellent communication skills – written, visual and verbal.
Experience with editing photographs and writing, proofreading and editing written content.
Photography skills with a good eye for content.
Experience with social media and online content across a range of platforms.
Experience working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders.
Excellent organisation and time management skills and capacity for multi-tasking.
Familiarity with current marketing and communications practices and processes and awareness of emerging trends.
QUALIFICATIONS
Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Communications or Business
Extensive demonstrated relevant work experience
Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
Current Class C Driver’s Licence
Experience with Microsoft; Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop), Google Ads and Analytics, SurveyMonkey and/ or Campaign Monitor. (Desirable)
Experience with social media management packages such as Hootsuite or Loomly. (Desirable)
CMS experience – For example: WordPress or Craft. (Desirable)
To Apply
Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:
Examples of your experience developing and delivering marketing and communications campaigns.
Why you are interested in this opportunity and how it aligns with your career goals.
For further information please reach out to: Tim Bowd, Senior Marketing and Communications Manager - tim.bowd@mn.catholic.org.au on
Applications close 11:59pm on Friday 31 July 2026
Interviews will be scheduled for the week of 10 August 2026
Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.
Additional Information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.
All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.
