Shaping the Voice of Excellence
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Job Description
A senior communications role that drives strategic growth, builds trust, and deepens engagement with key audiences.
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Key Responsibilities
Lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver impactful communications strategies
Develop and execute comprehensive communications plans
Act as brand custodian across all platforms
Oversee internal communications and staff engagement
Manage stakeholder relationships and reputation
Guide digital strategy, content creation, media relations, and events
Direct publications including annual reports
Support media training for researchers
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Team Structure
Discipline experts include direct reports who look after:
Media relations
Website management
Content development
Email marketing
Social media
Events
Publications
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What You'll Bring
10+ years in high-performing communications teams, with 3+ years in leadership
Bachelor's degree in communications, PR or related field (postgrad desirable)
Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience in NFP sector (essential); medical research/healthcare (desirable)
Strong strategic, editorial, and digital communications expertise
Budget management experience and a collaborative mindset
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Benefits
An annual salary range of $157,137 to $171,961 commensurate with experience
Salary packaging of up to $18,500 p.a.
Option of 17% superannuation
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Why Join Us?
The Florey is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities
We also provide flexible leave entitlements including purchased leave, gender affirmation leave, ceremonial leave along with additional non-gazetted holidays