Media And Communications Specialist (Remote)

Media And Communications Specialist | Lung Foundation | Australia

• Full-time, permanent role
• Great benefits – salary packaging, extra leave, flexible conditions & more!
• Collaborative and positive workplace culture

At Lung Foundation Australia we are passionate about the work we do and the difference we make to the lives of Australians living with, or at risk of, lung disease and lung cancer.

Our values of BE FAIR guide everything we do, and we are proud of our positive and inclusive workplace culture and supportive team environment.

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Marketing & Communications, the position of Media and Communications Specialist, is responsible for the development, implementation and optimisation of Lung Foundation Australia’s media and communications strategies to achieve two strategic objectives:

• Increase awareness of Lung Foundation Australia as a leading charitable brand; and
• Increase community participation in services and or events.

To achieve this, key responsibilities of the role include:

• Developing and implementing Lung Foundation Australia’s annual media plan and content strategy, proactively identifying opportunities to engage our audiences and position the organisation as Australia’s leading lung health charity.
• Writing, editing and proofreading communication materials, including press releases, web content, blog posts, enewsletters and our membership magazine, with the aim to increase brand awareness.
• Fostering engagement with our life-changing services, driving fundraising revenue.
• Writing and producing the organisation’s annual report.

About you

The ideal candidate will have a blend of media expertise, and communications acumen with prior experience at a non-profit working alongside Fundraising.

Additionally, the role requires:

• Tertiary qualifications in public relations, journalism, communications, marketing or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated and proven ability to develop and execute successful media strategies that meet organisational objectives.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape, sound political awareness and experience building relationships with media.
• Passion and proven ability identifying and developing newsworthy stories that cut through, and experience dealing effectively with reactive media opportunities.
• Copywriting, proof reading and editorial skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience researching, editing and proofreading annual reports and magazines, enewsletters, campaign content and blog content.
• Exceptional storytelling and writing skills with experience planning, writing, editing and producing content for a variety of audiences across multiple mediums and a proven ability to translate complex information.
• Ability to analyse and use data and insights to develop and optimise media and content strategies.

What we offer you!

We are an organisation with a shared purpose and vision. As a winner of The Voice Project Best Workplace Award, we have been recognised as a workplace that has excellent management practices and a highly engaged workforce.

We also offer:

• Attractive salary packaging options – up to $15,900 per year in living expenses plus $2,650 per year in entertainment expenses.
• Hybrid work arrangements – mix of office and work from home.
• Additional leave including birthday leave, well-being leave and paid parental leave.
• Opportunities to participate in community events and volunteering.
• Rewards and Recognition program.
• Wellness program and social events.
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

If you are passionate about helping others to live their best life with lung disease and thrive in an environment where you can educate and engage with patients about their lung health, then we would welcome you into our team at Australia’s leading lung health charity.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and a current resume.

To find out more about who we are and to view the Position Description, please visit https://lungfoundation.com.au/about/careers/

Lung Foundation Australia is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome all applications. Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply, as are those identifying as LGBTQIA+.

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