Communications and Public Engagement Officer

4 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ISCAST Full time

ISCAST is hiring …

Communications and Public Engagement Officer FTE)

Elevate the Conversation: Join ISCAST as our Communications and Public Engagement Officer

Are you an exceptional writer and strategic communicator driven by a passion for the intersection of Christian faith and the sciences? Do you know how to talk to Gen Z?

ISCAST–Christianity and Science in Conversation is unique as an Australian Christian not-for-profit dedicated to fostering constructive dialogue between Christian faith, the sciences, and technology. We are seeking an experienced and proactive Communications and Public Engagement Officer to raise our public profile and amplify our message across Australia and beyond.

Employment Status: Part-time (0.6 FTE) to Full-time (1.0 FTE) – Negotiable

Location: Hybrid role based in Melbourne (office: Forest Hill)

Reporting to: The Associate Director

Remuneration: Appropriate to the position and the not-for-profit sector

Commencing: January/February 2026

The Opportunity

You will be responsible for shaping and executing ISCAST's content, communications, and media strategy. The primary goal is to significantly raise ISCAST's public profile and strategically engage new generations (especially Gen Z) by securing coverage across diverse Christian and secular media platforms, while ensuring clear and consistent communication with our valued donors and friends.

Key Requirements

The role is flexible and may be shaped to suit the background and strengths of the person appointed. However, the following is likely to describe the successful candidate:

·       You are an active Christian who fully affirms ISCAST's vision, mission, and values.

·       You have proven experience as a writer and editor across diverse formats.

·       You have demonstrated success in managing social media and tailoring content to diverse audiences, including younger generations.

·       You have experience in proactively engaging media outlets (both Christian and mainstream) to secure profile-raising coverage.

·       You may also have experience in fundraising and relationship management.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria to  by 5 January 2026, however applications will be considered as they arrive and the role may be filled prior to the closing date.

A full position description is available to download at 

Further Enquiries

ISCAST Executive Director, Chris Mulherin, welcomes further enquiries at the above email address.

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