Media and Communications Coordinator

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, whose values  it is to shape a more just and compassionate society. 

We believe our employees are key to our success and offer Learning and Development programs to enhance and grow your career across a range of teams and services.  Our employees are recognised for their achievements and offered promotional opportunities on a meritocracy basis within a collegiate and values driven team environment and culture.  

The Society recognises the value of an inclusive work environment and believes that our diversity is a strength in the work we do with our local communities. 

Your Role

Love writing? Got a flair for social media? Want to pitch stories to media that resonate? Want to put your creative spark to work for a cause that matters? We’re looking for a Media & Communications Coordinator to join the St Vincent de Paul Society NSW team, 3 days per week. In this role, you’ll help tell our story, grow our reach and shine a light on the impact we make in communities across the state. From pitching stories to drafting media releases, creating engaging content and keeping our socials buzzing, you’ll have the chance to make your mark while learning and growing in a supportive team.

Your Responsibility

• Draft engaging press releases, media pitches and case studies that get noticed.
• Create compelling content for social media, newsletters and our website.
• Help source and produce video, photos, and stories that bring our work to life.
• Build relationships with journalists, media outlets and influencers.
• Monitor news and social media for opportunities to share our voice.
• Report on communication activities and the reach of our stories.

You Will Need

• Tertiary qualification in communications, media, PR or marketing (or working towards one).
• Strong writing skills, you enjoy telling stories and making ideas come alive.
• A flair for social media and an eye for what engages audiences.
• Great people skills, you’re confident building connections inside and outside the organisation.
• A curious, can-do attitude and willingness to grow.

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.

We offer:

• Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
• Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
• Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
• Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth. 
• Wellbeing Support –  EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being. 
• Flexible Work Options – Enjoy hybrid/flexible work arrangements for better work-life balance.
• Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
• Leave Benefits – Enjoy up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life.

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.