Communications Manager

2 weeks ago

Carlton, Australia Penington Institute Full time

About the role
- Challenge yourself working in a complex and stimulating field
- Lead a small team of communications professionals to achieve impactful results
- $100-$120K plus superannuation and NFP salary packaging benefits

The Opportunity:
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced communications professional with a background in public relations, media, campaign management, or communications within government, politics, or non-profit sectors to contribute to significant positive change.

This role puts you at the forefront of shaping narratives that can drive tangible change in the community, both in Australia and globally, on important drug-related issues including overdose prevention and policy reform.

You will have the chance to craft compelling campaigns and messages that mobilise people, support sensible policy change, and improve community education, all while working within a small and hard-working team dedicated to making a difference.

The chance to innovate and be creative with public awareness and education campaigns combined with the organisation’s mission-driven focus, makes this a fulfilling role for anyone passionate improving community safety in relation to drugs.

Based out of Penington Institute’s Carlton office, the role offers flexibility for hybrid working arrangements and great opportunities for collaboration with a high achieving and supportive team.

About you:
You will be a highly skilled communications all-rounder with outstanding team leadership skills who can drive us towards our goals.
- You will be energised by complex issues and communications challenges
- You will be flexible, adaptable and able to compromise and prioritise competing demands
- You will be a supportive and motivating team leader
- You have a desire to give back to society by undertaking impactful, cause-based work

The Role:
Key priorities for the role will include maintaining high level oversight of the communications function ensuring the team smoothly and successfully delivers all projects and activities on time and with intended outcomes.

You will oversee the following kinds of activities and functions: Education and awareness campaign delivery, content strategy and development across all channels, report launches, event management, media strategy and relations, and all analytics and reporting to demonstrate progress, outcomes and achievements.

This role is dynamic and fast paced. We are looking for someone who thrives in environments that are high pressure and at times require some juggling and sharp prioritisation.

The role contributes to the broader objectives of Penington Institute and is key to supporting our ability to address and reduce harms associated with drug use.

As a small organisation, a hands-on approach, and a willingness to chip in and get things done are essential requirements.

Remuneration:
Download a copy of the position description here.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Anna Northey, Director of Strategic Communications on 0400 640 622

Position Description : Communications Manager - Position Description_September 2024

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Sector: #Drug_Alcohol_and_Addiction

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