Manager, Public Awareness and Education

**About us**:
**The Australian Human Rights Commission** based in the heart of Sydney CBD, is excited to announce several positions available within our team. We offer flexible hybrid and remote work options to suit your lifestyle.

This full-time, ongoing position offers a competitive salary range of $111,649 up to $124,836 pa per annum plus 15.4% superannuation.

**About Us**

The Australian Human Rights Commission (the Commission) is Australia’s national human rights institution, dedicated to fostering a society where human rights are upheld, protected, and celebrated. We envision an Australia where every individual is valued equally in dignity and rights.

Our mission involves promoting and safeguarding the human rights of all Australians by:

- Advising all levels of government and various public and private organisations.
- Strengthening laws, policies, and practices while providing accessible investigation and conciliation services.
- Engaging inclusively with civil society, communities, and the private sector.
- Raising awareness about human rights and offering educational resources.
- Collaborating with partners to cultivate a culture of respect for human rights across the nation.

**The Race Discrimination Team** is at the forefront of promoting equality and inclusivity through our National Anti-Racism Strategy. We lead impactful policy initiatives, public awareness campaigns, and educational programs designed to create a more just society

**Join Our Team as a Public Awareness and Education Coordinator**

**Skills & Experience**:
**Purpose of the Position**
We are looking for a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team in an ongoing role, reporting to the Director of the National Anti-Racism Strategy. This position plays a vital role in supporting our strategic initiatives by:

- Coordinating and implementing national public awareness and education campaigns that inspire understanding and action against systemic racism.
- Supporting the anti-racist efforts of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals from negatively racialized communities.

**About the role**:
**Public Awareness and Education Initiatives**
- Design and deliver national anti-racism campaigns across multiple channels, aligned with the National Anti-Racism Framework.
- Develop robust consultation and community engagement strategies based on anti-racist and human rights principles.
- Monitor, evaluate, and report on the effectiveness of our initiatives to ensure impactful outcomes.

**Leadership**
- Set clear objectives and direction for public awareness efforts, advising key internal stakeholders, including the Race Discrimination Commissioner and Commission Executive.
- Provide strategic guidance on resource allocation to maximize the impact of our campaigns.
- Support and mentor team members to excel in their roles.

**Stakeholder Engagement**
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support our strategy.
- Regularly brief senior stakeholders on campaign activities, risks, and mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with internal experts to ensure effective campaign delivery and leverage existing networks.
- Manage procurement and engagement with external suppliers in line with guidelines.

**Experience and Qualifications**
- Deep understanding of race, racism, and anti-racism in the Australian context.
- Proven experience in delivering successful public awareness and education initiatives.
- Background in providing communications support on sensitive issues within complex environments.
- Strong advisory skills for senior stakeholders, with superior written communication abilities across various media.
- Experience in promoting systemic change in a complex operating environment.
- Tertiary qualifications in communications, journalism, marketing, or related fields are preferred.

**About you**:
**Strategic Direction**
- Think strategically and align work with the Commission’s goals, demonstrating sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent time management skills to prioritize activities for maximum impact.

**Relationship Building**
- Foster positive relationships with team members, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
- Create a culturally safe and inclusive team environment.

**Communication**
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and sensitively.
- Use a trauma-informed approach to engage with diverse audiences effectively.

**Why Join Us?**

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in the fight against racism in Australia. If you’re ready to make a difference and lead impactful initiatives, we’d love to hear from you

**Applications **close Friday, 11 October 2024.**

**Additional Information**:
**Notes**

We strongly encourage First Nations people and individuals from other negatively racialised backgrounds to apply.

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