Communications Director

Nature of employment: Full-time or part-time (min. 25 hours per week)

Classification: Executive (Salary range: $129,210 – $134,288 Full-time equivalent).

Location: Canberra – Hybrid/Remote working arrangements available

Employment Type: Ongoing and subject to sufficient funding

Are you ready to contribute your communications experience and make a real difference?

We are looking for a Communications Director to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead communications, shape our national policy and advocacy voice, and help make volunteering the heart of Australian communities.

The Communications Director is a key strategic leader at Volunteering Australia, responsible for both driving external communications and ensuring our policy and advocacy efforts are communicated effectively. In addition to overseeing the creation and distribution of multi-channel communications that enhance Volunteering Australia's reputation, this role plays a pivotal part in shaping and delivering the organisation's policy and advocacy agenda. Working closely with the Policy Team, the Communications Director develops and implements communications strategies for policy, advocacy, and research initiatives, ensuring Volunteering Australia's voice is influential in advancing volunteering at a national level. As a member of the Executive Team, they also oversee internal communications and lead the Communications Team.

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or related field.
• Minimum five years relevant experience in senior communications role.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic communications, media relations, campaigning and brand management.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, paired with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic and operational planning and oversight as well as staff management.
• Demonstrated experience building and developing positive working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to display initiative, manage priorities, deal with multiple stakeholders, take responsibility for projects and show a proactive attitude.
• Experience in, and appetite for digital communications and innovation, including social media and media campaigns across platforms including WordPress, Hootsuite, MailChimp, Canva and CoPilot.

• Join a highly collaborative and supportive team.
• Flexibility in working arrangements, including remote or hybrid options with a Canberra office.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and wellbeing support.
• Work for a Not-for-Profit organisation actively supporting volunteering across Australia, promoting meaningful community engagement and positive societal impact.

Applicants must have working rights in Australia to be considered.

Download the Position Description including full selection criteria

Volunteering Australia is the national peak body for volunteering. Our mission is to support a thriving volunteering ecosystem in Australia by promoting and advocating for volunteering and providing leadership at a national level.

Applications should include:

• A cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing all the selection criteria
• A copy of your resume
• The names and contact details of two work-related referees

Email applications to Attn: Rayan Millard at no later than midnight AEST on Sunday 9 November 2025. Early applications are strongly encouraged as interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.

At Volunteering Australia, we are strong advocates for centring diverse voices and are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those from diverse backgrounds and experiences.