Full time hours, leave cover until March 2027 Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane location hybrid working Work for the world’s largest humanitarian organisation About Red Cross Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity. About the role This role is critical in ensuring the brand of Australian Red Cross is highly recognised and respected in the Australian community, protecting the organisation's reputation, and supporting public advocacy on issues such as emergency management, social inclusion and international humanitarian law. In this role, you will design and implement market leading organic social and earned media strategies. You will also provide critical advice on complex stakeholder and sensitive organic social and media management issues, alongside capitalising on positive media and social opportunities. The role guides peers in delivering earned media/social campaigns to drive positive brand engagement. It also plays a key role in maintaining a consistent and positive organic social media brand presence across owned channels. This role is a great opportunity to showcase your exceptional stakeholder management, storytelling, social, and strategic thinking skills; and ability to contribute to and thrive as part of a high performing team. What you will bring A passion for all things social and media, including pitching, writing for a broad range of audiences, and an eye for a good story News and current affairs savvy - with good knowledge of the Australian social media landscape and the changing trends Proven experience in developing relationships with stakeholders and consulting on best practice social, media and external engagement communications Strategic thinker who can execute programs against timelines and meet commitments Passionate about exploring and implementing innovative ways of reaching audiences Demonstrated sound technical knowledge and expertise in communications and experience working with senior leaders Strong influencing skills and an ability to build rapport with a wide range of stakeholders A results‑driven mindset with the ability to evaluate performance, optimise quickly and move ideas from concept to market at pace A self-starter who strives for continuous improvement and thrives in a busy complex environment Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity Financial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave. Work/Life Flexibility: You can access flexible working arrangements, paid ‘Me’ day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options Further information This role is covered by the Social, Community, Housing and Disability Award – Level 6. Applications close: Friday 13 February 2026 For any enquiries, please contact Lilly Ward at Lward@redcross.org.au – please note this is only for enquiries, all applications must be submitted through our website for consideration. Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross. We also have great opportunities to volunteer. Click here to find out more. Job Ref 13210