Position Description

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Role Specifics

Direct reports | 0

Reports to | Senior Communications and Community Engagement Lead

FTE | 1.0 (Full-Time)

Location | Flexible - PLACE functions as a remote/hybrid workforce

PLACE Level | 2

Salary Range | $90,000 - $110,000 + superannuation

Role Summary

The Marketing and Communications Coordinator will support the delivery of PLACE’s communications and engagement activity during an exciting phase of growth. This role will be instrumental in producing values-aligned, engaging content that showcases PLACE’s work, amplifies community voice, and supports systems change from the ground up.

This role will coordinate content creation across PLACE’s digital platforms, support the design and distribution of marketing materials, and contribute to event and campaign delivery. The Marketing and Communications Coordinator will play a key part in strengthening PLACE’s brand, increasing visibility, and building meaningful engagement with communities, partners, and stakeholders.

Who We Are

Partnerships for Local Action and Community Empowerment (PLACE) is a national organisation that champions and supports community-led approaches to social and economic challenges.

PLACE is not a service provider. We are a support system - a hub for shared learning, partnership, and policy innovation.

Our work is underpinned by a belief that communities know best what matters to them, and that long-term change starts with shared decision-making and strong local leadership.

Areas of Responsibility

1. Content Creation and Storytelling

  • Write and edit clear, engaging, values-aligned content across PLACE’s platforms, including (but not limited to) website, social media, newsletters and reports.

  • Create high-quality social media content such as short-form videos, graphics, reels, photos and written posts tailored to specific audiences.

  • Interview community members and partners to craft compelling stories that highlight the impact of place-based change.

2. Copywriting and Editing

  • Write clear, concise and engaging copy for a range of formats, including but not limited to social media posts, website pages, newsletters, reports and marketing collateral.

  • Produce content that is accessible, accurate and aligned with PLACE’s voice, tone and values.

  • Translate complex ideas such as systems change or policy, into digestible and understandable language for diverse audiences.

  • Edit and proofread content with attention to detail, grammar, tone and consistency, adhering to PLACE’s brand and style guide.

3. Social Media and Digital Communications

  • Manage PLACE’s social media presence and channels, including content planning, production, publishing, and performance monitoring.

  • Design digital assets in Canva, or with designers, that are consistent with brand voice and visual identity. 

  • Stay informed of trends and innovations in digital communications and identify ways to enhance PLACE’s online presence.

4. Stakeholder Engagement

  • Build and nurture positive relationships with PLACE’s diverse network of stakeholders, including community members, partners, funders, creatives and suppliers.

  • Act as a point of contact for communications-related enquiries, ensuring timely, respectful and values-aligned responses.

  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather insights, stories and content that amplify PLACE’s impact and community voice.

  • Support cross-functional collaboration by ensuring consistent messaging and brand alignment across teams, partners and projects.

  • Represent PLACE in stakeholder meetings and events, contributing to a strong, professional and engaged public presence.

5. Marketing Coordination

  • Assist with the coordination and distribution of promotional materials and branded merchandise, ensuring alignment with PLACE’s visual identity.

  • Assist with financial administration related to marketing activities as required.

  • Design, draft and distribute engaging email newsletters, tailored to key audiences and aligned with strategic priorities.

  • Maintain and update PLACE’s website to ensure content is current, accessible and aligned with user experience best practices.

  • Monitor digital engagement using Google Analytics and platform insights to evaluate performance and refine content strategy.

6. Events and Campaign Support

  • Assist in planning and promoting PLACE’s events, forums, and workshops.

  • Capture real-time content at events including photography, video, and behind-the-scenes storytelling.

  • Coordinate communications with stakeholders, partners, and participants before and after events.