Regionalisation Communications Lead

**Job Title**: Regionalisation Communications Lead - Fixed-term contract - July 2025 to 30 June 2026

**Area**:Regionalisation

**Reports to**: Manager, International Office & Financial Services

**Location**: Rotary International South Pacific & Philippines Office (SPPO), Norwest
- This position is designated as _**_Hybrid - Fixed Days_**_ and will regularly work in the office an average of 2+ days a week - with a set schedule. Managers may require team members to work on the same schedule to encourage collaboration._

**Organization Overview**

**Rotary’s Commitment to Belonging**
- At Rotary, we foster a welcoming environment where all employees are valued and empowered. We are dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities and supporting the growth and well-being of our team. Join us in building a world where everyone can unite, take action, and create lasting change.

**Position Overview**
- As part of a collaborative international team, you will contribute to the broader goal of increasing public awareness and understanding of Rotary through public relations and marketing strategies; and increasing member engagement and club capacity by developing regionally appropriate tools and materials.
- This role requires a professional with an entrepreneurial spirit; creative approach to communications; regional understanding, knowledge of emerging communications platforms; ability to challenge and improve existing processes; and a sincere passion for Rotary’s work to improve the lives of people around the world.
- With the approval from the Rotary International Board of Directors, a Regionalisation pilot is being implemented over a three-year period across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands (Zone 8). This role will support the new Zone 8 Regional Council (Rotary South Pacific) in its communication to various stakeholder groups throughout the pilot period; and particularly in focusing on member engagement in the delivery of Regional Council strategies and resources for clubs and members.

**You Will Have**
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Marketing, communications, journalism or a related field.
- 5-7 years of experience in marketing, advertising, communications, PR or other related field
- 1 - 2 years of experience creating, localizing or editing timely content; this can include media messages, talking points, or materials somehow designed to influence broad audiences

**You Are Good At**
- Analytical Skills: Experience in tracking and analyzing communication performance data
- Reliable knowledge of global and regional communications
- Strong understanding of multi-cultural differences
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Capacity to work consistently individually and as part of a team
- Capacity to identify challenges and present solutions
- Critical thinking
- Ability to maintain high quality and brand consistency in all communications
- Initiative, creativity, intellectual curiosity, and motivation
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
- Ability to develop and operate online survey platforms (Qualtrics knowledge desirable)

**You Will Be Responsible For**

Collaborating with and supporting a team of volunteers (Communications Committee) with relevant knowledge and experience to:
**Develop and Implement Communication Strategies**
- Create and refine communication plans that align with the organization's overall goals, including brand messaging, target audience identification, and channel selection

**Manage Communication Channels**

**Content Creation and Management**
- Produce engaging and informative content, including articles, press releases, social media posts, presentations, and other materials

**Stakeholder Engagement**
- Facilitate communication and engagement with key stakeholders, including members and Rotary District leaders, and employees of Rotary International

**Managing partnerships**
- Implement and manage partnerships with third party contractors and / or agencies to deliver specific campaigns, and manage budget associated

**Crisis Management**
- Develop and implement plans for managing communication during crises or negative publicity
- Performance Monitoring and Analysis
- Track communication efforts, measure their effectiveness, and identify areas for improvement

Leadership Attributes
- **Communication**: Be open to receiving ideas from diverse viewpoints and able to communicate messages so that they are universally understood
- **Collaboration**:Builds partnerships and works jointly with others to meet shared objectives
- **Productivity**: Able to generate results that moves Rotary toward achieving its goals
- **Accountability**: Have a clear sense of ownership and take personal responsibility for actions
- **Innovation**: Move Rotary beyond traditional ways of thinking

**Why work for Rotary?**
- Professional development opportunities
- Flextime-several different work schedules to choose from
- Employee Assistance Progr