This position is directly responsible to the Chief Executive Officer, or his/her delegate, for the following KBDs and the achievement of Key Performance Indicators (which are outlined at Attachment 1).

1. Development, implementation and timely review of a National Communications Strategy
2. Preparation of Media Releases and editorial material, e.g. op-eds for major print media.
3. Management of the Society’s social media engagement including implementation and review of a National Social Media Strategy, in liaison with the Society’s Social Media Manager and Website Content Manager
4. Networking with relevant media organisations and journalists.
5. Writing, editing of content and pre-production work for the Society’s quarterly magazine The Record,
6. Preparation of speeches for National Council members in liaison with Chief Executive Officer, National President and National Director, Policy and Research.
7. Media monitoring with external provider and distribution to internal stakeholders.
8. Preparation of accurate and up to date materials that align with the Society’s values and federal policy positions, working closely with:

• Director, Research and Policy,
• Manager, Social Media,
• Manager, Website Content,
• Director of IT & Digital Services,
• Digital Platform and Data Specialist, and
• Digital Content Administrator.

1. Ongoing review of communication channels and assessment of effectiveness of engagement
2. Other duties as directed.

These KBDs and the associated KPIs cannot be delegated without the authority of the CEO or their delegate. Other duties may be required, as directed, commensurate with skills and abilities.

To apply please email your CV and a covering letter addressing the selection criteria to - [email protected]

Position Description is available on our website - https://bit.ly/3WPR9Vn

Applications close - 5pm on Friday April 4, 2025