About Landcare ACT

Landcare ACT is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting community groups and volunteers in conserving, enhancing, and sustainably managing our environment. We represent, support and promote the approximately 100 community groups and thousands of individuals, who help look after rural areas, urban parklands, nature reserves and waterways of the ACT Region. We work collaboratively with local landholders, government agencies and other stakeholders to foster community-led environmental stewardship.

Landcare ACT is part of the National Landcare Network (NLN) along with the landcare peak bodies from each State and Territory. The role of Landcare ACT is established under a Constitution, with activities guided by a Strategic Plan. 

This position is 20 hours/week (0.53FTE)

Position Overview

The Communications Officer will support the Operations Manager in implementing and managing Landcare ACT’s Communication Strategy and activities. This role involves coordinating events, creating content, and ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms. The Communications Officer will work closely with the Communications Support Officer to ensure effective and efficient communications.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation and Management

• Develop and implement Communications Plans for specific Projects, under the supervision of the Operations Manager, and in line with the Communications Strategy
• Develop and manage content for Landcare ACT’s website, social media channels, newsletters, and other communication platforms.
• Write, edit, and proofread articles, press releases, blog posts, reports and other materials.
• Ensure all content aligns with Landcare ACT’s branding and messaging guidelines.

Social Media Management

• Work with the Communications Support Officer to manage and grow Landcare ACT’s presence on social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn).
• Monitor interactions, and respond to comments and messages.
• Analyse social media metrics and prepare reports to inform strategy and improve engagement.

Event Coordination

• Assist in planning, promoting, and executing events such as workshops, webinars and community activities.
• Coordinate logistics, including venue booking, catering, and materials preparation.
• Support post-event follow-up and evaluation.

Media Relations

• Assist the Operations Manager in building and maintaining relationships with media outlets and journalists.
• Draft and distribute press releases and media advisories.
• Monitor media coverage and compile media reports.

Internal Communications

• Support internal communication initiatives to keep staff and volunteers informed and engaged.
• Prepare internal newsletters, updates, and announcements.
• Assist in organising internal events and activities.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with community groups, partners, and stakeholders to promote Landcare ACT’s initiatives and programs.
• Support the development and distribution of promotional materials and information packs.

Selection Criteria

Essential

• Proven experience in a communications role, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly in a team.
• Strong writing skills, including ability to prepare documents for various audiences and purposes as well as editing, and proofreading skills.
• Demonstrated experience in content creation and website development.
• Experience in event planning and coordination.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills and ability to deliver high quality communication projects on time. 

Desirable

•  An understanding of the environmental, social and institutional context of community environmental management and/or Catchment Management in the ACT.
• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in Communications, Environmental Management, or related discipline.