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Communications Coordinator

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$70,585 a year
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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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13.9% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. SOH postings stay open a median of 13 days.

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  5. 38.1%30 days
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Job Description

Job Status: Full Time, Temporary (12 months)

Salary: Base salary of $70,585 per annum/per hour plus 12% Superannuation Contributions

Applications Close: Sunday 29th November 2026, 11:55pm

Role Enquires: [email protected]

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An organisation where diversity of thought and experience is valued, supported and respected.

THE HOUSE

The Sydney Opera House occupies a unique place in the cultural landscape. A globally recognised icon synonymous with inspiration and imagination, it’s one of the world’s busiest performing arts centres, the nation’s premier tourism destination and a World Heritage masterpiece that belongs to the people of NSW. Driving this incredible place is a team of passionate and dedicated people. Join us in shaping the Opera House’s future and be provided with opportunities to grow and develop while making a positive contribution to our community.

The Opera House is a living work of art. A place of possibility and wonder – on and off the stage. We bring people together to be uplifted, empowered and entertained. As set out in the Sydney Opera House Strategy 2024-2028, our ambition is to be Everyone’s House. To make this real, we are focused on four themes that underpin our organisational values (Creativity, Courage, Inclusivity, Integrity, Collaboration and Care):

  • Everyone feels welcome here.
  • We better understand and connect with the community.
  • We are future-ready.
  • We lead and inspire positive change.

For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to our website.

YOUR NEW ROLE

The Communications Coordinator is responsible for providing timely and effective support in the development and delivery of integrated communications campaigns for the Sydney Opera House.

This exciting role will suit an enthusiastic self-starter with an interest in contemporary arts and culture who enjoys a fast-paced, dynamic environment. With guidance from the Communications Manager, you will work on all aspects of communications campaigns and initiatives; from research, planning and execution to copywriting, nurturing media relationships, providing administrative support for Sydney Opera House campaigns, and facilitating on site media activity, filming and photography.

This position reports to the Communications Manager, and works closely with the wider external communications team, internal programmers, marketing campaign managers, and the creative and digital marketing teams.

Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.

ARE YOU THE ONE?

Key Responsibilities/skills:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in communications, media relations, or a related field, with demonstrated experience delivering communications campaigns.
  • Proven ability to coordinate media activities, develop proactive media opportunities, and manage reactive media enquiries with initiative and sound judgement.
  • Knowledge of the performing arts and cultural sector, and an understanding of the evolving media and communications landscape.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience producing engaging content for diverse audiences and channels.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with media, stakeholders and partners, supported by strong interpersonal and brand awareness skills.
  • Highly organised with strong time management skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, and experience using social media platforms and best-practice digital communications.

THE PERKS

The Sydney Opera House give you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:

  • 10% off onsite food and beverage outlets like Opera Bar and First Nations restaurant Midden.
  • 5 weeks’ annual leave for all ongoing and temporary staff.
  • Access to salary packaging and discounted health insurance.
  • Access to a range of professional development programs and staff engagement initiatives.
  • Staff community groups like SOH Pride, First Nations Staff Network, Sustainable Environmental Action Leaders (SEALs) and more.
  • Fitness Passport and complimentary wellbeing programs including pilates, yoga, circuit classes, physiotherapy sessions as well as other wellbeing initiatives.
  • Working for an organisation with a 6 STAR Green Performance rating from the Green Building Council of Australia.
  • Working for an organisation committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the world’s first arts organisation to join the UN’s Global Compact, an international sustainability initiative designed to build a better future for us all.
  • Complimentary tickets to shows.
  • And many more!

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The Opera House is an inclusive employer that recognises everyone is unique. The organisation welcomes you for who you are – as you are. So if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] to discuss. Even if you think you’d be a great fit, but don’t necessarily tick every box in the role description, please get in touch.

We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, recognising the value, unique skills and knowledge that First Nations employees bring to the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders, people who are d/Deaf and/or with disability, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, neurodiverse, refugees and the LGBTQIA+ community.

NEED TO WORK FLEXIBLY?

We know flexibility means different things to different people, so let us know how we can support you to be your best.

SOUND LIKE YOU? APPLY NOW

Please submit your cover letter and CV via our online portal. In addition you will be prompted to answer the following two targeted questions in the online application platform.

Please note 2000 character limit.

  1. Provide an example of a communications campaign you implemented. Outline the tactical approach and the results delivered.
  2. Provide an example of a time when you had to work with multiple stakeholders to reach a common goal. How did you navigate this?

To be eligible to apply for this position, applicants must have existing Australian work rights. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-Employment Health Assessment. The assessment seeks information only relevant to performing the inherent requirements of the job, it remains strictly confidential and applicants will be informed of the result.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

Your personal information is being collected to enable the Sydney Opera House to assess your suitability for appointment to the position you have applied for. This personal information will be managed in accordance with the Sydney Opera House Privacy Management Policy and Plan.

Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.

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