Role Overview

The Marketing & Communications Coordinator provides brand management support, and is responsible for implement marketing, public relations, advertising and promotional strategy for the MFNC.

Tasks include:

• Develop and executive and club-wide marketing and communications strategy
• Create engaging and informative content to raise brand awareness
• Liaise with our Social Mediator Coordinator and Website Developer for content distribution
• Creating a club e-newsletter
• Build a sense of belonging between the Club and its followers

This role is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about supporting grassroots sports, connecting with the community, and contributing to a club’s long-term success.

This is a hybrid role. Most of the work can be completed remotely, and then you would need to be on-site for various meetings and all in-person fundraising events.

Time Required

During the season it may be 3 hours per week. During the off-season it may be 1 hour per week. These hours may change as this new role evolves, and templates and processes are created.

Key Responsibilities

Before Season

• Understand the key social, fundraising and sporting activities that will take place throughout the year and develop communications strategies to support and promote each activity.
• Determine which social media platforms and strategies best suit the achievement of your communication strategy and Club goals and objectives.
• Create/revise social media policy (code of conduct) and ensure it adequately covers social media and newsletters. Ensure the revised social media policy is provided to the committee for sign off.

During Season

• Actively update the Club’s communication platforms throughout the week during the season (updating followers on scores, results, injuries, achievements milestones etc.).
• Coordinate the production and submission of weekly media releases, which may include quotes, articles, videos and photographs.
• Organise communications for publicity for Club milestones, events and activities.
• Promote the Club’s key activities and events throughout the year.
• Promote sponsors, especially promoting special offers from sponsors.
• Promote the Club’s social media platforms.
• Facilitate social media participation and engagement within Club stakeholders.
• Collaborate with all divisions of the Club to ensure their message and stories are being continually promoted and communicated.
• Assist the Committee in promoting the Club in the local and wider community.

After Season

• Review communications and social media strategy and make adjustments for the upcoming year.
• Review the list as people who have access to the Club’s website and social media sites and remove access for those you no longer wish to have access to the Club’s website and social media sites through the off season and beyond.

About You

• Excellent organisation and project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication, including storytelling
• Experience in marketing and communications, including digital marketing
• Creative thinking and innovative mindset
• Ability to engage with community members and foster relationships

About Us

At Murrumbeena Football Netball Club (MFNC), we are more than just a sporting organisation – we are a proud and inclusive community hub. Our club is dedicated to providing opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy football and netball, foster teamwork, and support one another both on and off the field.

Founded on a strong tradition of sportsmanship and community spirit, MFNC has been an integral part of the Murrumbeena community for many years. Our club values respect, inclusivity, professionalism, and connectedness, both in sport and in life. We are proud to offer a welcoming environment where players, supporters, and volunteers come together to create a vibrant and supportive atmosphere.

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Volunteers are the backbone of our club. By giving your time and skills, you'll help us continue to provide a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment for players of all ages and abilities. Your contribution will directly impact the success of our programs and the wellbeing of our members.