Marketing, Communications and Community Engagement Manager
St James College
Brisbane, QLD
Posted on: 27 October 2025
Closing date: 31 October, 2025
About us
Located in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD, St James College is a dynamic and vibrant Catholic, co-educational Years 5-12 school community with a proud heritage and a heart of welcome and inclusion. Grounded in the Edmund Rice tradition, we offer a liberating education that celebrates all students’ rich and diverse backgrounds. Our innovative and bespoke pathways are award-winning, and we are committed to nurturing critical thinkers with self-agency and the drive to make a difference in the world! If you are looking for a new challenge in a purpose-led school environment, St James College offers this and more.
Are you an innovative professional with expertise in marketing and communications and a strong commitment to community engagement? St James College, located in vibrant Spring Hill, Brisbane, is looking for a Marketing, Communications & Community Engagement Manager to lead our strategic initiatives and enhance connections with families, alumni, and the wider community. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity to start January 2026.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the development and delivery of the College’s marketing, communications, and community engagement strategies
• Ensure consistent articulation of the College’s mission, vision, and values across all platforms
• Manage high-quality campaigns, publications, events, and engagement programs
• Oversee digital channels, media relations, and reputation management
• Build strong partnerships with parents, alumni, donors, and external organisations
• Support enrolment growth and retention through targeted communication
• Ensure compliance with child protection, privacy, and other relevant policies
Qualifications & Requirements:
• Tertiary qualifications in Marketing, Communication, Public Relations, or related field
• Leadership experience in marketing, communication, or community engagement (preferably in education or not-for-profit)
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing marketing strategies
• Proven experience managing digital channels and analytics
• Ability to work with children (current Queensland Blue Card required)
• Queensland Driver’s Licence desirable\
Application Details:
• Please provide a Cover Letter, a current CV including two (2) referees, with at least one being your current employer or most recent employer, and copies of relevant qualifications.
• A statement outlining your vision for the role and how your experience will add value to the life of the College and the delivery of the College Strategic Plan.
• To apply and for a detailed position description and selection criteria please visit our website: Employment | St James College.
Applications will be reviewed as received. The College reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.
Applications close at 5pm on Friday 31 October 2025.
