Climate Action Communications Officer

Join the team creating a greener, more sustainable future for Boroondara Ongoing, full-time opportunity based in Camberwell. $101,985 - $110,964 (excl Super + monthly RDO) About Boroondara At Boroondara, we’re not just talking about climate action — we’re doing it. And to show we mean business, we’ve created a new, dedicated Climate Action and Sustainability department to drive meaningful change and deliver on the commitments outlined in our Climate Action Plan. We’ve set ambitious targets, backed by thoughtful planning, smart design, and genuine community collaboration. Now, we’re looking for a passionate, skilled Climate Action Communications Officer to join our growing team and help turn our plans into real, measurable outcomes for the community. If you’re ready to use your knowledge and expertise to make a lasting impact - on our neighbourhoods, our city, and our planet - we’d love you to join our growing team. About the Role The Climate Action Communications Officer will develop and deliver high-quality communication activities that promote climate initiatives both within Council and across the broader community. It will create engaging, accessible and audience-focused content for a range of channels and support the delivery of behaviour-change-focused campaigns aligned with the Climate Action Plan. This role works collaboratively across the organisation and with external stakeholders to raise awareness, build engagement, and drive participation in climate programs. It will play a key role in ensuring our messages are accurate, timely and impactful. Key Responsibilities The role will develop and deliver engaging climate-related communication materials across a range of channels, ensuring all content is accurate, accessible and aligned with the Climate Action Plan. This includes creating digital and print materials, supporting behaviour-change-focused campaigns, and distributing communications strategically to maximise awareness, engagement and participation. Furthermore, it will monitor and evaluate communication activities, using data and insights to refine and improve approaches. Finally, it will also build strong relationships with internal teams, councillors, community groups and external stakeholders, preparing reports and presentations that support collaboration and help keep stakeholders informed and aligned with climate action objectives. About You You are an enthusiastic communicator with a passion for sustainability and community engagement. You bring experience in communications, sustainability, marketing or environmental education, and you are confident producing clear, compelling content for a range of audiences and platforms. You value collaboration, take initiative and can manage multiple priorities with ease. Your strong communication skills, digital capability, relationship-building strengths and commitment to delivering high-quality work will enable you to inspire and empower our organisation and community in taking climate action. Want to know more? We have a few ways you can connect further and gain a better insight into this opportunity: Boroondara Community Plan Climate Action Plan Employment Requirements Applicants will need to have unlimited work rights to be considered for this position. A current National Police Record Check is required, and some roles may also require an Employee Working with Children Check Clearance. How to Apply Please submit your application outlining your suitability through the City of Boroondara careers portal via the ‘Apply’ button by 11.59pm, Friday 26 December 2025. All applications must be made via the online portal; no applications direct to the hiring manager or from recruitment agencies will be considered. For a confidential discussion about this position please contact Amaya De Silva , Coordinator Climate Action on *** during business hours or email *************@boroondara.vic.gov.au Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr