SS03 Communication and Publications Officer
Communications and Publications Officer (Temporary Contract)
Location: Adelaide, SA
Classification: Contract/Temp (SSO3 Level)
Work Type: Full Time
Contract Duration: January 12 - April 17, 2026
About the Client Organisation
Our partner is a highly regarded, leading government high school in the Adelaide area, dedicated to providing an excellent educational experience and fostering a strong sense of community. We are seeking a proactive and skilled Communications and Publications Officer to join their team for a defined temporary contract.
The Role
We are recruiting a Full-Time Communications and Publications Officer (SSO3 Level) to provide vital support for internal and external communications at our client school. This is a critical onsite role working five days per week, commencing January 12, 2026, and concluding on April 17, 2026 .
The successful candidate will be responsible for creating, coordinating, and distributing high-quality content across multiple channels, ensuring effective communication with the student body, staff, and the broader school community. This role places a strong emphasis on design and publication production.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
* Content Creation & Design: Produce visual and written content for various platforms, including design work for print and digital publications .
* Multimedia Production: Capture high-quality photos and video footage using a DSLR camera or similar equipment.
* Digital Communication: Manage and email direct marketing (EDMs) using platforms like MailChimp.
* Social Media Management: Manage social media presence via Meta Business Suite .
* Website Maintenance: Perform basic maintenance and updates for the school's website.
* Administrative Support: Utilize administrative, CRM, and data management systems (e.g., Daymap or EdSmart ) to support communications functions.
* General Support: Maintain excellent organisational standards and provide administrative support to the school team.
Selection Criteria and Qualifications
Applicants must demonstrate proficiency and experience in the following key areas:
* Design Proficiency: High proficiency in Adobe Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro .
* Digital Platforms: Proven proficiency in MailChimp or similar Electronic Direct Mail (EDM) platforms.
* Software Suites: Strong proficiency across both Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive).
* Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills with a proven eye for detail and design .
* Social Media Expertise: Experience using Meta Business Suite for content planning and scheduling.
* Technical Skills: Ability to use a DSLR camera or similar equipment for taking quality photos and video; experience in basic website maintenance .
* Administrative Systems: Experience with Daymap, EdSmart, or similar CRM/data management systems is highly desirable.
* Work Ethic: Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively under pressure .
This is a critical, fixed-term position starting in January 2026. If you are interested, click "APPLY" or you can reach Kahli Stevenson on or ***************@randstad.com.au
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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