We’re hiring: Communications Manager

December 16, 2024
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Communications Manager

  • Work with an organisation that champions community media across Australia
  • Manage CBF communications and build awareness and understanding of the community broadcasting sector 
  • Part-time permanent role (0.6 – 0.8 FTE) –  $106,432 per annum pro rata, plus 15.4% superannuation

This is a senior communications role responsible for managing the CBF’s strategic communications activities. The role is responsible for ensuring that all CBF communications reflect the brand and values of the organisation and are aligned with the CBF Strategic Plan and Roadmap 2033 priorities.

You will manage, update and implement the CBF’s communications plan to promote the work of the organisation, provide information about our grants and their impacts, and build broader awareness and understanding of the community broadcasting sector.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Working closely with the CEO, Executive Officer, Grants Support Team and Policy Team to provide communications leadership and strategic advice across the organisation, supporting consistent, effective communication strategies
  • Supporting the outcomes and priorities of the CBF Strategic Plan and Roadmap 2033
  • Producing and distributing high-quality, timely and accessible content for internal and external channels and stakeholders
  • Managing the CBF website
  • Managing the Communications Co-ordinator
  • Other duties as directed by the CEO

You will have demonstrated experience in planning, implementing and managing strategic communications including brand and content strategies.  As a skilled storyteller with advanced writing and editing skills, you will be experienced in writing for online channels (website, social media, e-newsletters) and have relevant experience working within an NFP or campaign-focused organisation.

With your excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will interact with a wide range of people and represent the CBF at a senior level – exercising strong diplomacy skills and highly developed emotional intelligence.

Drawing on your creative, strategic and analytical mindset, you have excellent skills in problem-solving, planning and providing strategic communications advice – with the ability to take a flexible, hands-on approach.  As a self-motivated and energetic individual, you can work independently and as an effective team member.

If you are enthusiastic about applying your communications and management skills to promote positive change within the community broadcasting ecosystem, please apply here through our recruitment partner Patterson Recruitment or contact Gabrielle Patterson at Patterson Recruitment on 0416 170 100 or gab@pattersonrecruitment.com.au .

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