Are you ready to be a part of a leading not-for-profit organisation delivering evidence-based approaches to minimise alcohol and drug harm, that reaches millions of people in local communities?

• A unique opportunity to apply your marketing expertise to reduce vaping-related harm among young people and support healthier communities.
• Fixed Term position until June 2026, Part Time (0.6 FTE)
• Based in Melbourne CBD, a hybrid model of working from home and the office

Celebrating more than 60 years of service to the community, the Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) is Australia's leading national organisation committed to inspiring positive change and delivering evidence-based approaches to minimise alcohol and drug harm.

Why work with us?

We're a dynamic and inclusive organisation focused on impact, innovation, and staff wellbeing. We celebrate employee success and ensure to connect as an organisation regularly.

As a thank you for coming on the journey with us, we provide a wide range of benefits and wellbeing initiatives, including:

• Generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses (including rent/mortgage payments), plus meal and entertainment allowance of up to $2,650 per FBT year.
• Great leave entitlements including access to purchased leave, health and wellbeing leave and 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Truly flexible workplace – hybrid office/WFH model.
• Internal and external learning and development opportunities.
• Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing offerings through our Employee Assistance Program.

About this role

The ADF is leading an exciting new initiative aimed at reducing the number of young people who vape by engaging with community sporting clubs through our Good Sports program. We're seeking a creative and strategic Marketing and Communications Specialist to join our team and help drive the success of this vital project.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing compelling marketing strategies, managing social media engagement, and collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders. You will play a key role in ensuring that our messaging around vaping is accessible, impactful, and tailored to resonate with our target audiences—particularly club coaches and leaders.

Here's a closer look at some of your regular tasks and responsibilities:

• Working alongside the Marketing Manager, develop a project marketing plan and execute marketing tactics on time and within budget.
• Support the production and sourcing of all marketing materials including the development of campaign creative, collateral, key messages and copy.
• Work with an external creative agency to provide creative concept for the project.
• Implement timely and effective project management processes for all marketing tasks, ensuring regular and effective communications with colleagues and other relevant stakeholders.
• Manage reporting of results against metrics, including use of marketing automation programs, web analysis tools such as Google Analytics and delivery of reports.
• Manage allocated marketing budgets.

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a skilled marketing and communications professional with a strong collaborative approach. A background in health promotion and experience working with marketing automation platforms would be highly regarded.

Experience and skills that will set you up for success in this role include:

• Tertiary qualifications in marketing, communications or equivalent with at least five years’ experience in a relevant role.
• High level organisational and project management skills to ensure effective project delivery and internal communications with colleagues and other relevant stakeholders.
• Proven expertise in marketing and communications, including planning, implementation, and evaluation of campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Experience in development and delivery of marketing activities across a range of channels
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor content and messaging for diverse audiences and channels.
• High level skills and demonstrated ability in editing and writing of content for audiences across range of platforms.

Position Description - Marketing and Communications Specialist

Please visit our ADF careers page to download a full copy of the position description.

How do I apply?

Click the APPLY NOW button to submit your application. Please include a resume and cover letter outlining your interest for the role.

Applications close on Monday 21st July at 5pm AEST. Applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date, so we encourage you to submit your application ASAP.

Here at the ADF we encourage cultural diversity, and our programs are reflective of our community partners, stakeholders, and community at large. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.

If you have any queries about the role, please contact Sophie Fredheim, Marketing Manager via email on [email protected].

We look forward to hearing from you!