Media & Public Affairs Manager

7 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Uniting Full time
Overview

Join Uniting in Millers Point, NSW as a Media and Public Relations Manager. This full-time, permanent role in Sydney CBD offers flexible working arrangements and an opportunity to shape Uniting's media strategy in support of social justice and advocacy.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement media strategies that positively position Uniting across traditional and digital platforms.
  • Proactively identify media opportunities and maintain a calendar of events to drive brand visibility.
  • Lead crisis and issues management, including maintaining a comprehensive media holding statement library.
  • Advise internal clients on media strategy and provide thoughtful media management support.
  • Craft thought leadership pieces, features, and editorial content to position Uniting as a leader in social justice and advocacy.
  • Manage media relationships, respond to media requests, and ensure Uniting is professionally represented.
  • Collaborate on brand and marketing campaigns, ensuring media strategies align with broader objectives.
  • Provide weekly and monthly media coverage reports to keep the organisation informed of key outcomes.
  • Coordinate media training to prepare Uniting spokespeople for engagements.
What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
  • At least 7 years of media and public relations experience, with a strong background in crisis and issues management.
  • Established media relationships and a proven track record of proactive media management.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting speeches, talking points, and media releases.
  • Experience working with multimedia producers to create content across diverse platforms.
  • Strong understanding of both digital and traditional marketing.
  • Flexibility to manage after-hours media duties when needed.
Bonus Points
  • Journalism experience or media work within the not-for-profit or government sector.
  • Experience in delivering media programs focused on public communication and social justice.
What We Offer
  • A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
  • Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
  • Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
  • Flexible work hours for work-life balance.
  • Discounted gym memberships through Fitness Passport to support your best life.
  • A supportive, inclusive, collaborative work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth.
  • Purchase of additional leave.
About Uniting

Uniting contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services, and spiritual care. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities, and confront injustice. We provide support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on those experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. We acknowledge the Sovereignty of First Nations people over the lands of Australia and are committed to meaningful change so that First Nations people are strong, thriving, and self-determining. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation, committed to the safety, well-being, and inclusion of children and young people. We are proud of the diversity of our people and always welcome everyone, exactly as they are.


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