Assistant Director, Social Media and Communications

17 hours ago


Canberra, Australia National Health and Medical Research Council Full time

Executive Level 1
- Salary Range
- Canberra

The Social Media and Communications Manager supports both internal and external communications activities by developing and implementing communication strategies, undertaking communication projects and tasks and providing communication advice and assistance to NHMRC executive, Committees and broader leadership team. A key focus is the management of media enquiries, development of content for our social media channels and broader communication channels.
- Provide guidance and advice to senior staff across the NHMRC, relevant portfolio Minister and associated media advisers, on NHMRC-related news, including contentious issues in the media.
- Manage media inquiries and provide timely advice on alternative approaches and strategies.
- Develop productive, collaborative relationships with Executive and staff as well as a wide range of external stakeholders in order to manage NHMRC’s external presence consistent with the communications strategy and forward plans that the position manages.
- Identify and seek media opportunities to promote NHMRC, aiming for balanced coverage by building strategic relationships with key journalists and administering institutions. Engagement with the CEO may be needed when developing these opportunities.
- Work independently with other staff and stakeholders to research, write and edit content on NHMRC’s website and a broad range of other external communication methods including social media, speeches, presentations, print publications, media releases and briefing papers.

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