Senior Projects Officer – Communications & Advocacy
Applications Close (AWST): 11:00 PM 07/12/2025
Salary up to: $130,000 - $139,999
Occupation: Marketing/Public Relations
Work Type: Maximum Term - Part Time
Location: Kununurra - Remote WA
Equal Opportunity Employer
As an Equal OpportunityEmployer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and all age groups to apply.
The Organisation
The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) believes that providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is extremely important. We are committed to employing people who share the SWEK Values of S afety,T eamwork,A ccountability,C ommunication,andR espect; these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.
The East Kimberley
The East Kimberley is a stunning and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world-class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation options, great food, and friendly locals. It is an amazing and very unique part of Australia. The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles, and abundant opportunities.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated Senior Projects Officer to join our Office of the CEOTeam in Kununurra to deliver key strategic projects that advance the Shire's Economic Development Strategy and Communications Strategy. Working in collaboration with the Coordinator Communications and Public Relations and the Strategic Performance Advisor, you will lead and support initiatives that elevate the Shire's Brand, visibility, modernises its communications systems, strengthens advocacy and stakeholder engagement, and attracts public and private investment to the East Kimberley.
Your responsibilities will include to:
* Lead or support the delivery of key strategic projects identified in the Communications Strategy and Economic Development Strategy.
* Identify and leverage funding opportunities, grants and partnerships to support project implementation.
* Develop and implement high-impact advocacy and communication initiatives that promote the Shire's strategic priorities and achievements.
* Ensure consistent messaging and alignment with Shire brand and strategic objectives.
* Deliver innovative marketing and investment attraction campaigns that showcase the East Kimberley's opportunities and competitive advantages.
* Partner with key agencies, investors and local businesses to promote regional growth and collaboration.
* Work closely with internal stakeholders to design and deliver engagement and communications strategies for major projects to ensure inclusivity, transparency and measurable outcomes.
Essential for this role is a degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business or a related field, a minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role, a current unrestricted WA C Class Driver's Licence and National Police Clearance (within the last 6 months). You will need a strong understanding of economic development and regional growth drivers, proven experience implementing process improvement, large-scale communication and digital transformation initiatives, high level project management, research and analytical skills and expertise in brand management, content strategy and stakeholder engagement.
More information about the position and the requirements are in the PositionDescription at the bottom of this page. Please note that this part time maximum term (12 months with possibility of extension) position.
Salary and Benefits
Working for SWEK means that in addition to the competitive annual salary range indicated at the top of this page (inclusive of allowances and superannuation, dependent on skills and experience), you may also enjoy a range of benefits including:
* 6 weeks annual leave
* 12% superannuation with the option to co-contribute a further 5%
* Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses
* 11 public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' per year
* Flexible working arrangements
* Shire provided corporate uniforms
* A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
Please note that, where applicable, salary and benefits will be applied pro-rata to casual, part-time and maximum-term roles.
APPLYNOW
If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team and to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the 'Apply' button at the bottom of this page or contact Michelle Toveyour Manager Economic Development on for a confidential discussion.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement — acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance before the interview stage of the recruitment process.
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