Marketing and Communications Officer - St Mary's College, IPSWICH
Date: 4 Dec 2025
Location: IPSWICH, QLD, AU, 4305
Company: Brisbane Catholic Education
About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.
About our school
St Mary's College, Ipswich is a close-knit Catholic, secondary College committed to the education of young women in the Mercy Tradition. We are a growing school community, with an enrolment of over 740 students. The educational experiences offered are holistic and designed to be values based and life-giving. In joining our community, you join supportive, collaborative and professional colleagues who are dedicated to the best outcomes for each student.
Our values are Hospitality, Courage, Compassion, Integrity, Respect and Wisdom.
St Mary’s College is dedicated to nurturing courageous learners who embody mercy with both confidence and compassion. We provide exceptional education through innovative approaches and challenges, all within a supportive Catholic community. We take pride in our rich heritage and in the contributions of our staff and students. Together, we celebrate our successes and support each other’s growth. Our goal is to empower our staff to reach their full potential, which, in turn, inspires our students to do the same. Our students are the driving force behind our work, and our staff are the heart of the school, infusing it with energy and vibrancy. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Summary
Deliver impactful marketing and communications support! Partner with school leadership to streamline operations and enhance engagement. Coordinate and develop diverse tasks, offering expert advice, training, and guidance to empower others. Drive process improvements and ensure efficient administration to keep school operations running smoothly.
- Location: St Mary's College, IPSWICH
- Work hours: 38.00
- Salary: $36.9851/hr + super
- Status: Term-time | Permanent
- Ad Close Date: 21/12/2025
- Contact: (07) 3432 5444
About the opportunity
In this position you will be responsible for:
- Developing and administering processes and procedures, while responding to relevant inquiries.
- Reviewing and developing local systems and providing recommendations for enhancement.
- Monitoring service delivery to identify efficiencies and ensuring compliance with government and departmental legislation, directives, policies, and standards—while keeping all websites and print media current and accessible.
- Promoting service delivery efficiencies and maintaining compliance with all relevant requirements.
- Facilitating work to meet deadlines and commitments, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.
- Supervising and training support staff as required to ensure smooth delivery of events, key celebrations, and regular marketing and communication activities.
About you
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:
- Supporting media activities across online platforms and print materials.
- Applying branding guidelines and interpreting relevant policies and procedures.
- Assisting with marketing procurement and basic budgeting tasks.
- Contributing to digital content and media management to align with school objectives.
- Coordinating marketing and event activities to meet local needs and trends.
- Relevant qualifications in Marketing or Communications (or equivalent experience).
Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:
- Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
- Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.
Why choose BCE
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
- Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
- Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
- Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
- Active staff social club and wellness programs
- Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.
Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.
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