The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.

Ahpra is committed to providing a culturally safe work environment that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve.

This is a full time, ongoing role and can be based in our Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, or Hobart offices working a hybrid arrangement.

About the Role

An exciting new role in our Communications and Media team, the Manager, Media and Digital is responsible for building the profile, and protecting the reputation of, Ahpra and the National Boards. Reporting directly to the National Manager, Communications and Media, you are responsible for delivering Ahpra and the National Boards’ media strategy, driving proactive media opportunities while managing risk. You also manage a cross-disciplinary team of communications specialists responsible for Ahpra’s internal and external channels, such as publications, media, social media, videos and websites.

Here’s what we’re looking for

Someone who:

• enjoys storytelling and is passionate about the role of media in communicating public safety messages
• has excellent judgement and can provide measured, fearless, and frank advice
• is experienced in media engagement, with good networks
• is an excellent writer and critical thinker
• can examine an issue and know how it will be interpreted by the media
• knows that stories can be told across many channels
• is flexible and collaborative in their working style
• has outstanding interpersonal skills and stakeholder management; allowing you to influence and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and
• understand the importance of risk, and have the knowledge, skills and confidence to address events as they arise.

Skills and experience

The skills and experience you will bring to the role:

• proven ability to generate media opportunities and mitigate risk within a stakeholder-rich environment
• knows how to structure and target media releases, crafting op-eds pitching stories and working with journalists
• excellent writing style and expertise in high-impact messaging to key audiences
• demonstrated experience managing complex and diverse relationships
• demonstrated past experience managing a team
• experience in new/evolving media channels and platforms
• relevant degree level tertiary qualifications in media, communications, PR or a related discipline
• minimum 10 years’ experience working in communications or media, publishing or corporate affairs.
• Previous experience in working in health, regulation or other government sectors (desirable)

You embody our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, and achievement and seek opportunities for continuous improvement.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply.

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What we offer:

• A friendly and supportive working culture
• Great work/life balance and hybrid working environment
• Sophisticated open plan workspaces in a 5-star rated building
• Attractive salary range starting at $149,515 plus superannuation and leave loading.

To apply:

• Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application.
• Your application must include a resume, a cover letter, and selection criteria addressing the “As the ideal candidate, you will demonstrate the following” section
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
• For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please email [email protected].
• Closing Date: 11.30pm AEST Thursday 20 March 2025.

Please note applications will be screened and shortlisted during the advertising period. Should we receive suitable candidates during this time, the advertising period will cease.

Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.

Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies.

Ahpra acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continued connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and Elders past and present.

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