Senior Communications Officer - NFP
Watertrust Australia
1 year contract (direct employment after the contract will be considered)
Part Time, 0.6 FTE (22.8 hrs per week)
$100k plus super FTE (pro rata to part time)
Acton, Canberra, ACT, 2601
Office-based, free parking and flexibility
About The Company
Revise has partnered with Watertrust Australia, a philanthropically funded national not-for-profit established in 2021.
Watertrust works at the intersection of government, community and environment to improve water and catchment decision-making. Through inclusive policy dialogues and evidence synthesis, they create trusted spaces where environmental, cultural, economic and social values are integrated into workable outcomes.
About The Role
As Senior Communications Officer, you will be responsible for executing Watertrust's communications strategy and elevating the organisation's profile, credibility and reach.
This is a senior, hands-on role that blends content creation, brand stewardship and digital channel management. You'll translate complex policy and research work into clear, compelling communications that resonate with decision-makers, funders and sector partners while maintaining Watertrust's independence and neutral voice.
You'll work closely with internal leaders and external agency partners, bringing consistency, structure and momentum to Watertrust's communications as it grows nationally.
About The Person
You're an experienced communications professional who can distil complex material into compelling narratives.
You understand how communications shapes reputation, trust and influence, particularly in government, sustainability, research or policy-adjacent environments
You bring initiative, sound judgement and the ability to work autonomously in a small, high-impact team.
Duties
Execute and refine the communications strategy
Maintain brand integrity across all materials
Draft newsletters, website content, impact stories and stakeholder updates
Manage website, LinkedIn and email communications
Monitor engagement metrics and report on performance
Support stakeholder engagement materials and CEO communications
Skills / Experience
Tertiary qualification in Communications, PR, Journalism or similar (or equivalent experience)
Proven experience delivering strategic communications and brand management in a complex environment
Strong writing and editing skills
Experience managing digital channels and email platforms
High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
Experience or interest in sustainability, water, natural resource management or public policy is highly regarded
Working at WaterTrust
Contribute to real-world reform and deliberative processes
High ownership role with leadership exposure
Ongoing learning and development
Values-led, fairness-driven organisation
Collaborative, thoughtful, low-ego team
Generous leave and paid shutdown days
Salary packaging benefits
Free parking
If you're ready to lead strategic communications that influence policy, reputation and national conversations, Apply now.
Revise Recruitment embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.