Wollongong, New South Wales
Part-time
Description
Marketing & Communications Undergraduate
Youth Services
This is a part-time 12-month term contract, working five hours per week.
Salary from: $27.10 per hour plus superannuation. (Salary will be assessed based on skills, experience and qualifications)
Are you a current university student looking to apply your studies in a real-world setting? Do you have a passion for marketing, social media, and community engagement? ? Join Wollongong Youth Services and help shape how we connect with young people across our community
At Wollongong City Council, we continuously strive to create an Extraordinary Wollongong. We focus on the delivery of exceptional services, infrastructure and facilities for our community.
Wollongong is a great place to work, live and play Together, our responsibility is to create an inclusive community where everyone is welcome, valued and belongs. Our strength is the diversity of our people.
We lead with courage, openness and curiosity and believe our employees are the key to our success. Learn more about us here.
The Opportunity
Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience while contributing to meaningful community initiatives. As part of your role, you will:
* Assist in creating and executing marketing campaigns
* Manage and grow our social media presence
* Develop engaging, brand-aligned content
* Interact with young people and community members
* Help identify and expand promotional opportunities
Check Out More Of What We Do Here
* Youth Services Programs and Events | City of Wollongong
* Wollongong Youth Services (@wollongongyouthservices) * Instagram photos and videos
Under Part 2, Section 6 of the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012, this position has been designated as requiring a paid Working With Children Check.
Applicants over the age of 18 must have a Paid NSW Working With Children Check. All candidates over the age of 18 who are being considered for the position will be required to obtain this as part of the preemployment check process
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
* Currently enrolled in a university degree (Marketing, Communications or related field), have completed at least 1 year (or part-time equivalent) and eligible for continued study for a minimum of 1 year.
* Passionate about youth engagement and community impact
* Skilled in social media platforms and content creation, with high level ICT skills
* A strong communicator with a creative mindset
* Eager to learn and contribute to a dynamic team
Ready To Apply
Wollongong City Council uses a Merit based recruitment process. Click apply and submit your up-to-date resume and a cover letter telling us:
* Why this role excites you
* What experience and skills you bring
* Why you're the perfect fit for our team
Why you'll love working at Wollongong City Council
* True work-life balance We know you work hard, and we make sure that effort is rewarded with real flexibility. Our hybrid work options, flex-time, and rostered days off mean you can maintain balance while delivering great outcomes.
* Great working conditions Enjoy a 35-hour work week or a 9-day fortnight with a regular rostered day off (RDO).
* Career growth and recognition
We are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. Our initiatives include a reward and recognition program, corporate learning opportunities, study assistance, and leadership development programs to help you grow and succeed.
* Generous leave provisions Benefit from five weeks of annual leave per year (pro rata) and access long service leave after just five years.
* Health, safety, and wellbeing We prioritise a safe workplace for everyone, every day, everywhere. Our wellbeing programs support mental, physical and social wellbeing of our people to be at their best and include an Employee Assistance Program, skin and hearing checks, vaccinations, and discounted gym memberships.
* A vibrant social culture Join our Social Club for monthly activities, an annual trivia night, and fantastic Christmas events
Participate and engage in meaningful work, and contribute to our extraordinary community, where together we make a difference.
For more information, click on 'Apply' to be redirected to Wollongong City Council's job vacancy page.
Applications close 11:59pm, Monday 9 June 2025
Internally this position is known as Youth Services Marketing Undergraduate
We invite everyone to apply no matter your identity, you'll be welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people who are culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), people with disability and veterans.
Wollongong Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people in the community.
Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process which will include Reference, Identity and Medical History Checks, and may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
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