About us:
MSI Asia Pacific (MSIAP) is part of the MSI Reproductive Choices global partnership.
As our name suggests, we are unapologetically pro-choice. We believe that everyone should have the freedom to determine their own future, on their terms.
Our teams work across 36 countries and six continents, supporting over 93,000 women and girls to access reproductive healthcare — including abortion and contraception — every day.
With the help of our partners and donors around the world, we open doors, advocate for change, and strengthen public and private sector provision. We go further than anyone to make reproductive choice possible, and ensure quality reproductive healthcare is available for the long-term. By supporting women and girls to make the choices that are right for them, we can make a generation impact — increasing gender equality, breaking cycles of poverty and contributing to several sustainable development goals.
MSIAP is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and give equal consideration to all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age. We are committed to promoting equality and to safeguarding the welfare of all team members and clients, with a focus on vulnerable groups.
MSIAP welcomes applications from people with relevant lived experience, including people originating from the countries in which MSI works.
The Role:
This role supports the Fundraising and Communications team and the wider MSIAP team by leading the strategic implementation of communications that drive engagement, brand visibility, and income generation. A key focus is on supporting individual and philanthropic fundraising efforts through content creation, storytelling, digital engagement, and donor communications.
The role will work closely with the Director of Fundraising and Communications, the Director of External Relations and Advocacy, the Executive Officer, and other team members.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Reporting
- Develop and oversee implementation of MSI Asia Pacific’s Communications Strategy and Operational Plan; provide regular performance reporting to senior leadership.
- Manage and mentor a communications team member, foster a positive team culture, and stay updated on emerging technologies in digital communications and AI.
Brand and Messaging Alignment
- Ensure consistent application of MSI’s brand guidelines and manage a messaging matrix aligned with organisational goals and audience needs.
- Contribute to digital fundraising campaigns and donor communications, including case development and messaging.
Content Creation and Gathering
- Lead the strategy and ethical collection of compelling content, adapting global material for regional relevance.
- Manage production of digital and print materials, including donor campaign content, in collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
Digital Management and Media
- Oversee MSIAP’s digital presence (website, social media, advertising), using analytics to optimize performance and manage digital assets.
- Coordinate proactive/reactive media engagement and reporting, ensuring alignment with the Global Media Team and monitoring through external agencies.
Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Communications, Marketing or other relevant degree or training
- Proven experience developing strategic communications plans and supporting fundraising goals through targeted communications
- Skilled storyteller with excellent written and verbal communication abilities across digital and print platforms, tailored to diverse audiences.
- Proficient in managing digital tools and platforms, including email marketing, CRM systems, social media, and WordPress.
- Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines and deliver results.
- Solid understanding of digital trends and technologies, including AI tools, with strong IT literacy across Microsoft and collaboration platforms.
Essential Personal Attributions:
- Passion and enthusiasm for sexual and reproductive healthcare and rights.
- Flexible attitude and team player.
- Friendly, confident and mature.
- Pro-MSI philosophy of women’s rights.
- Pro-choice
MSIAP is a child-safe organisation and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation abuse and harassment. All successful applicants will be required to abide by our Child Safeguarding Code of Conduct and our Global Code of Conduct in addition to undergoing a police check prior to commencement.
Benefits of working at MSI Asia Pacific:
- Generous salary packaging options up to $15,900 + $2,650 meals and entertainment,
- Hybrid office and flexible working arrangements
- Up to 16 weeks company paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Reproductive Health Leave
- Birthday Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
Employment Requirement:
- Provision of two skilled referees,
- Be prepared to undergo a National Police Check, prior to commencement,
- Be prepared to undergo an International Vetting Check, prior to commencement,
- Evidence of current working rights in Australia.
Please apply by submitting:
- A resume, no longer than 4 pages.
- A cover letter introducing yourself and explaining your motivation for applying, no longer than 1 page.
Applications can be made via the advertisement or;
- In writing to MSI Asia Pacific, 425 Smith Street, Melbourne 3065; or
Position enquiries:
For further information regarding this position or if you require any support with your application, please contact recruitment@msiaustralia.org.au, using the subject line: Communications Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.
📌 Communications Manager
🏢 MSI Asia Pacific
📍 Melbourne