Part-time | Contractor Role | Based in Lithgow, Bathurst, Oberon, Blayney and surrounds
Do you love your local community and want to help tell its stories? Are you a people person with a passion for connection, local pride, and positive change?
The Central West Village Voice is looking for a Community Manager to help us grow and deepen our impact across the region. This is more than just a job — it's a chance to play a vital role in the cultural and economic
transition of regional NSW by celebrating the people, places, and stories that matter.
Who We Are
We're an independent, purpose-driven media company that believes local voices matter. We've built a trusted platform by being deeply connected to our region and committed to telling the stories others
overlook. Now, we're growing — and we want someone who shares our values to come on that journey with us.
About the Role
As our Community Manager, you'll be the on-the-ground heartbeat of the Village Voice — connecting with contributors, advertisers, readers, and everyday locals to help bring our paper (and the stories behind it) to life.
What you'll be doing
* Attend local events, visit businesses, and be present where things are happening
* Help coordinate and support contributors, story leads, and photo opportunities
* Grow community engagement and build loyalty across print, email, and social
* Gather news, photos, and community announcements for publication
* Support advertising partnerships and sponsorships (no hard sales required)
Who You Are
* A well-connected local with a genuine love for the region
* Warm, friendly, curious — people open up to you
* Organised, reliable, and able to meet deadlines with minimal fuss
* Comfortable working independently and remotely, but great in a collaborative team environment
* Passionate about regional storytelling and proud of where you live
Bonus points if you:
* Can take a decent photo or whip up a social post
* Happy to jump on camera for our promo videos
* Have experience in journalism, events, marketing, or community outreach
Why This Role Matters
This is a role with heart. It's flexible, it's real, and it makes a difference. You'll help shape the narrative of the Central West during a time of big changes — and you'll be part of a small but mighty team who truly care about doing good work for the place they call home.
What's in it for you
* Flexible hours (start with 1–2 days per week)
* 3 month contract to start with intent to become a full time member of the team for the right person
* Mentorship and editorial support
* Creative input into stories, events, and projects
* The chance to grow with a company that's going places
Ready to apply?
Email a short note about why you're the right fit and your CV (if you have one) to kellie@villagevoice.net.au. You can also message us on Facebook to chat more about the role.
Applications close 15 July — but we're ready to hire the moment we find the right person.
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