Make a real impact through powerful storytelling
At Hutt St Centre, we’re driven by one clear goal: to end homelessness. Every day, we support people to rebuild their lives with dignity, connection, and opportunity.
We’re looking for a passionate and skilled Communications Coordinator to help tell these stories, grow our supporter base, and strengthen our voice across the community.
If you’re a natural storyteller who thrives on purpose, collaboration, and creativity — this role is for you.
Why join us?
- Purpose-led work that directly contributes to ending homelessness
- A collaborative, values-driven team culture
- Opportunity to shape campaigns, content, and communications strategy
- A role where your work genuinely influences impact and support
About the role
This is a dynamic and hands-on role where you’ll work across internal and external communications to elevate Hutt St Centre’s profile and impact.
You’ll create compelling content, support fundraising campaigns, and ensure our messaging connects authentically with diverse audiences — from donors and partners to the broader community.
Key responsibilities
- Develop engaging content across digital, social, and traditional channels
- Support integrated fundraising campaigns with consistent messaging
- Create powerful storytelling content including client stories, video, and social media
- Assist with internal communications including newsletters and updates
- Contribute to CEO briefings, speeches, and key messaging
About you
You’re a strong communicator who can connect with people authentically and translate stories into impact.
You will bring:
- 3+ years’ experience in communications, marketing, PR or similar
- Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building ability
- Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines
- High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Highly regarded but not essential:
- Experience in the not-for-profit or fundraising sector
- A genuine passion for social impact
We are looking for someone who is;
- solutions-focused and adaptable
- empathetic, collaborative and values-driven
- proactive, organised and calm under pressure
- motivated by making a real difference.
Requirements
- Relevant qualification in communications, marketing, journalism or similar
- National Police Clearance
- DHS Working with Children Check
- Valid driver’s licence
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re ready to use your communication skills to help change lives and end homelessness, we’d love to hear from you.
Recruitment will commence immediately. Click on the ‘Apply’ button to submit your Resume and Cover Letter.
For any questions relating to this role please contact Lauren – General Manager, Advocacy at laurenk@huttstcentre.org.au
For a copy of the position description, please contact alicias@huttstcentre.org.au
Hutt St Centre is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone’s unique background, identity, and experiences are valued. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to provide meaningful support to those we serve.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, and members of the LGBTIQ+ community.
