About the role

Mater is seeking a dynamic and energetic Assistant, Marketing to join our Corporate Affairs and Growth team.

This is an ideal opportunity for a recent university graduate with early exposure to a marketing, communications or agency environment, who is ready to build their career in a purpose-led organisation.

In this role, you’ll support marketing and communications activity across health, education, research and foundation— helping share the stories, services and impact of a Catholic, not-for-profit ministry committed to compassionate care, service and improving lives.

Salary range: $63,497 - $74,061 per hour plus superannuation andaccess to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900+access to many staff benefits!

About the role

You’ll play an important role in supporting the smooth delivery of marketing and communications activity across Mater. No two days will be the same, and you’ll work closely with experienced corporate affairs professionals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with campaign coordination, tracking activity and supporting basic reporting
• Preparing, updating and distributing marketing and communications materials
• Maintaining records, asset libraries and version control to support efficient workflows
• Supporting content alignment with Mater’s brand standards, governance and approval processes
• Providing day-to-day administrative support, including scheduling, inbox management and task coordination
• Working closely with Corporate Affairs and Growth colleagues and broader Mater teams to deliver well-coordinated outcomes

About you

You’ll bring energy, curiosity and a strong willingness to learn. You will be organised, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-moving team environment.

Ideally, you will have:

• A degree or qualification in marketing, communications, business or a related discipline
• Early experience or internship exposure in a marketing, communications or agency environment
• Strong attention to detail and good written communication skills
• Confidence managing multiple tasks and competing priorities
• A collaborative mindset and a genuine interest in purpose-led work
• A commitment to supporting Mater’s Mission and values

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage. 

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.