• Join a supportive, creative team!
• Full time permanent position with flexible work options 
• $106K - $119K per annum (dependent on experience) + superannuation

About the team
Join a passionate and high-performing Public Affairs team that’s all about building trust, telling powerful stories, and connecting our community with their Council. We’re strategic, collaborative and always looking for new ways to make an impact — from Glen Eira News to digital campaigns and advocacy that reflect community needs. We experiment, innovate and deliver work that’s clear, purposeful and inclusive. 

About the role
As our Senior Digital Content Advisor, you’ll lead the way in how Glen Eira communicates online — shaping a digital presence that’s engaging, inclusive and community-focused. You’ll oversee content across internal and external websites, social media and other platforms, ensuring it reflects our values and builds trust with our audience. Working closely with the Coordinator Communications, you’ll develop proactive content strategies, guide a talented team of Digital Content Creators, and use data-driven insights to continuously improve our digital engagement. This is a leadership role that blends creativity, strategy and innovation — perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about making a meaningful impact through digital storytelling.

Other responsibilities include:

• Leading the creation of compelling, inclusive digital content
• Championing innovation and emerging trends in digital communication
• Supporting and mentoring Digital Content Creators
• Collaborating on proactive, audience-aware content programs
• Using analytics to inform strategy and improve engagement

About you
You’re a strategic thinker, a confident communicator, and a natural leader who thrives in fast-paced, creative environments. You bring a deep understanding of digital content and storytelling, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging messages that resonate with diverse audiences. You’re curious, collaborative and community-minded — someone who’s always looking for ways to improve, innovate and make a meaningful impact. You know how to guide and inspire others, and you’re ready to hit the ground running in a high-performing team that values trust, inclusion and excellence. Your strengths lie in your ability to connect the dots between data, creativity and community needs — helping Glen Eira build a digital presence that’s bold, accessible and aligned with our values.

Not meeting all the requirements for this role?

We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:

• Employee Working with Children Check
• New National Police Record Check
• Evidence of right to work in Australia.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description
 Senior Digital Content Advisor - Position Description.pdf

Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date: 28 September at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Sarah Finlay, Coordinator Communications on 9524 3333 or email sfinlay@gleneira.vic.gov.au

What’s on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We offer will offer you:

• Hybrid work environment – Average of 3 days in the office
• Flexible work options
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.