About the role:
The Communications Manager oversees internal communications and external communications, including submissions, media and digital platforms. The role is responsible for the development and implementation of communications plans to support the organisational strategy, as well as individual projects and programs, sector and organisational advocacy and key stakeholder relations.
They will be a key contributor in the building of McAuley's profile and reputation with both internal and external stakeholders and audiences.
This is a permanent, hybrid full-time opportunity (we would consider 0.8 for the right person) based in Footscray within our central office. The position reports to the Head of Communications, Advocacy & Fundraising.
Key Selection Criteria:
* Tertiary qualifications in public relations, media, communications or a related discipline.
* Experience in staff management and in collaborating in a small, agile team environment.
* Experience in developing and implementing innovative communication strategies across various channels, for both internal and external audiences.
* Ability to interview clients who have experienced significant hardship and trauma to develop case studies that will contribute to McAuley's advocacy agenda.
Please address the full Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position as part of your application (link below).
For more information, please contact Felicity Pringle at or on
Our offer:
* Generous Salary Packaging – helps increase your take home pay
* Ongoing Career Development, Education and Training
* Employee Assistance Program – free and confidential counselling, coaching and emotional support for work and personal challenges
You must have a:
* Valid and current Driver's Licence;
* Satisfactory Criminal History Check (paid for by MacKillop);
* Valid Employee Working with Children Check;
* Valid and current NDIS Workers Screening Check (for risk assessed / client facing roles). MacKillop can assist successful candidates with their application.
Shortlisting for this position may commence immediately so please submit your application as soon as possible.
View the position description, read more about McAuley and apply for the role here:
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