Join RSPCA Australia in our mission to improve the lives of animals across the country. We're seeking a strategic and driven Communications Manager to lead our national communications and efforts, shaping public discourse on animal welfare and delivering high-impact campaigns that make a real difference.

About the Role

As Communications Manager, you’ll lead projects that amplify the RSPCA’s, provide trusted communications advice, and play a key role in advocacy, campaigns, corporate communications, media and internal engagement. Reporting to the Communications and Campaigns Lead, you’ll manage both proactive and reactive communications while leading a small team and supporting the wider communications team, working to make animals’ lives better.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver high-quality communications projects across the organisation.

Provide strategic communications advice and support to RSPCA Australia’s executive and staff.

Drive the planning, content development and delivery of communications for national advocacy, campaigns, marketing, events and the RSPCA Approved Farming Scheme.

Oversee media engagement—proactively shaping narratives and responding strategically to emerging issues.

Write, edit and review a wide range of content, ensuring alignment with brand, voice and purpose.

Strengthen internal communications within RSPCA Australia and among state-based member Societies.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

An experienced communications professional with a flair for strategic thinking.

A natural storyteller who can translate complex issues into compelling content across multiple platforms.

Comfortable working in fast-paced environments and managing media during sensitive or high-profile issues.

An experienced manager with a track record of leading and empowering teams, particularly multi-disciplinary communications teams.

Collaborative, diplomatic and confident in stakeholder engagement.

About RSPCA Australia

The national body of the RSPCA is based in Deakin, Canberra. RSPCA Australia is a leading source of animal welfare science, develops RSPCA policy, and engages with government and industry to progress animal welfare across a range of issues nationally. In addition, RSPCA Australia runs the RSPCA Approved Farming Scheme, which works with farmers and brands to improve the lives of millions of farm animals..

Benefits of Working with RSPCA Australia

As you might expect, the RSPCA is an organisation of people committed to the welfare of animals and this flows through into the type of workplace we all work hard to maintain – one that is supportive, challenging and friendly – and one driven by strong values of compassion, courage, integrity, knowledge and tenacity. We are a great group of people! And of course, we have dogs in the office.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via our website https://www.rspca.org.au/about-us/join-our-team

To apply, send us your detailed resume and up to date contact details, and to make it easier for us, include a covering letter outlining why you're the right fit for the role.

If you are short-listed for an interview – either in person, by phone or online – we will ask you for referees who are best able to describe you at work.

Further Information

If you have specific questions that are not covered by the information above, send an email to [email protected].

For further information regarding RSPCA Australia go to www.rspca.org.au.

RSPCA Australia is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Applications close on Friday 11 July 2025 .