Public Affairs Specialist

2 days ago

Sydney, Australia Chartered Accountants ANZ Full time

We encourage Passion to Grow and improve
- Drive strategic communications
- Shape public perception
- Elevate our brand

Join a purpose-driven organisation where your skills and expertise will help shape the future of business and finance across Australia and New Zealand.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Public Affairs Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our work in external affairs to deliver high-impact communications across CA ANZ’s
advocacy initiatives, media relations, executive and internal communications, and governance ecosystem. Under the guidance of the Public Affairs Lead, you will work closely with the CEO, Executive Team, Internal Stakeholders and Office Bearers to craft compelling narratives that protect and enhance our reputation, engage our members, and amplify our voice in the public domain.
**Key responsibilities**:

- Develop and implement communications activities including media releases, newsletters, talking points, and social media content.
- Provide strategic and tactical communications advice and support across internal and external channels.
- Liaise with media and journalists on defined activities and manage media-monitoring platforms.
- Support production and promotion of videos, podcasts, and various events.
- Create engaging intranet content and support employee-led publishing.
- Contribute to speechwriting, website copy, and ad hoc communications tasks.

ABOUT YOU
- 4-5 years’ experience in communications, public affairs or related field.
- Skilled in writing across formats - media releases, intranet, video scripts, social media, and leadership messages.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
- Experience in crisis communications and media management in an Australian context.
- Prior experience liaising with media and journalists is highly desirable.
- Proficient in digital tools including media monitoring, content creation, and project management platforms.
- Passionate about planning, adaptable to change, and confident working independently and collaboratively.

ABOUT US
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) represents more than 140,000 financial professionals, supporting them to make a meaningful difference in the communities where they work and live. We are committed to advancing the profession through high ethical standards, world-class education, and advocacy for the public good. Guided by our purpose and values, we aspire to be a magnet for diverse talent, equip our members for success, and lead the way in sustainability, innovation, and trust in business and finance.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
At CA ANZ, we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects our values of collaboration, integrity, diversity, and accountability. As part of our strategy to be a magnet for diverse talent and an adaptive, member-centric organisation, we offer:

- A strong focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion embedded in everything we do.
- Opportunities to grow your career through inspiring learning and development pathways.
- The chance to contribute to meaningful work that supports sustainability and the public good.
- A flexible hybrid work model that balances autonomy with the benefits of in-person collaboration.
- A culture that values your voice and empowers you to make an impact in your community and profession.

HOW TO APPLY
At CA ANZ equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of all we do.

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