Job Description
Apply your skills and experience in content, communications and engagement with Common Equity Housing Limited (CEHL).
CEHL is Australia's largest cooperative housing provider. We manage a portfolio of more than 2,000 housing properties throughout Victoria and partner with over +0 co-ops to provide safe, secure, affordable housing to around 5,000 co-op members and renters.
CEHL actively promotes the rental housing co-operative model as an alternative to private home ownership, the private rental market, and public housing. Housing co-operatives are democratically controlled by their members and offer greater housing security, better building quality, and co-op members report higher levels of wellbeing.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Content Specialist, you will play a pivotal role within the Communications and Engagement (C&E) team. This position involves creating compelling content that supports CEHL’s mission and goals while ensuring consistent and impactful communication across various platforms. Reporting to the Manager of Communications, Engagement & Business Support, your key responsibilities will include:
Create, review, and edit content for internal and external audiences, including our monthly internal newsletter and bi-monthly external publication.
Support the creation of communication strategies and materials such as news articles, website updates, emails, and social media posts.
Assist in developing internal procedures, content briefings, and editorial guidelines to streamline content creation and maintain brand consistency.
Develop and maintain a library of case studies to support communications and media opportunities that elevate the profile of CEHL and advocate for the role of co-operative housing.
Create member-driven content by attending regional meetings and events to meet members, and gather interview, video and photography content.
Oversee and update the organisational content calendar to ensure timely and relevant communication.
Work collaboratively as part of the Communications & Engagement team to contribute to other activities.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The role will ideally suit an experienced Content Specialist with a positive can-do attitude. The successful candidate will be able to problem solve, have a proactive work ethic coupled with the following qualifications, experience and attributes:
Relevant tertiary qualifications in communications, media, journalism or similar field experience.
Demonstrated experience crafting and curating content.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a proven track record in developing content for a range of audiences.
Ideally a background working in non-profit, education, healthcare or government sectors.
The ability to draft both short-form and long-form content and experience in media outreach.
Experience and confidence working on email marketing.
Strong time management and organisational skills.
Experience in using MailChimp and graphic design software e.g. Canva.
APPLY NOW with your CV and Cover Letter and be part of our journey, making a meaningful impact for both our organisation and co-operatives as a whole.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including police and background checks and provide evidence of a minimum of two vaccinations against COVID-1+ or a medical exemption.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
All applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
CEHL is an Equal Opportunity employer and supports accessible working arrangements for all. People with a disability, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Island people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
CEHL is Australia's largest cooperative housing provider. We manage a portfolio of more than 2,000 housing properties throughout Victoria and partner with over +0 co-ops to provide safe, secure, affordable housing to around 5,000 co-op members and renters.
CEHL actively promotes the rental housing co-operative model as an alternative to private home ownership, the private rental market, and public housing. Housing co-operatives are democratically controlled by their members and offer greater housing security, better building quality, and co-op members report higher levels of wellbeing.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Content Specialist, you will play a pivotal role within the Communications and Engagement (C&E) team. This position involves creating compelling content that supports CEHL’s mission and goals while ensuring consistent and impactful communication across various platforms. Reporting to the Manager of Communications, Engagement & Business Support, your key responsibilities will include:
Create, review, and edit content for internal and external audiences, including our monthly internal newsletter and bi-monthly external publication.
Support the creation of communication strategies and materials such as news articles, website updates, emails, and social media posts.
Assist in developing internal procedures, content briefings, and editorial guidelines to streamline content creation and maintain brand consistency.
Develop and maintain a library of case studies to support communications and media opportunities that elevate the profile of CEHL and advocate for the role of co-operative housing.
Create member-driven content by attending regional meetings and events to meet members, and gather interview, video and photography content.
Oversee and update the organisational content calendar to ensure timely and relevant communication.
Work collaboratively as part of the Communications & Engagement team to contribute to other activities.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The role will ideally suit an experienced Content Specialist with a positive can-do attitude. The successful candidate will be able to problem solve, have a proactive work ethic coupled with the following qualifications, experience and attributes:
Relevant tertiary qualifications in communications, media, journalism or similar field experience.
Demonstrated experience crafting and curating content.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a proven track record in developing content for a range of audiences.
Ideally a background working in non-profit, education, healthcare or government sectors.
The ability to draft both short-form and long-form content and experience in media outreach.
Experience and confidence working on email marketing.
Strong time management and organisational skills.
Experience in using MailChimp and graphic design software e.g. Canva.
APPLY NOW with your CV and Cover Letter and be part of our journey, making a meaningful impact for both our organisation and co-operatives as a whole.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including police and background checks and provide evidence of a minimum of two vaccinations against COVID-1+ or a medical exemption.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
All applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
CEHL is an Equal Opportunity employer and supports accessible working arrangements for all. People with a disability, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Island people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Content Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Content Writer Jobs sector. This role in Carlton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Content Writer Jobs is a plus.
