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Media and Communications Manager

Cancer Council Victoria
  • Be a part of Australia’s most trusted ‘Not for Profit’ organisation
  • Full time, limited tenure position until December 2023 - St Kilda Rd, Melbourne
  • (PREV.69)

About your environment

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

The Prevention Division aims to prevent cancer for all Victorians. This is done through community interventions, mass media, advocacy, training and providing policy advice based on the best available evidence. This involves action to affect individual behaviours and the broader physical and legislative environment to reduce cancer risk. We prioritise health inequalities, especially in relation to Aboriginal people, and in culturally diverse and socio-economically disadvantaged communities.

This is achieved through the delivery of public health programs relating to tobacco control (Quit Victoria), obesity prevention (LiveLighter, Obesity Policy Coalition, Rethink Sugary Drink), sun protection (SunSmart, World Health Organisation Collaborative Centre for UV), cancer screening (bowel, breast and cervical), immunisation (HPV, hepatitis B), alcohol and organisational change (Achievement Program).

About your opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated Media and Communications Manager to join the Prevention Media and Communications team. Reporting to the Head, Media and Communications;

your role is to

  • Lead Quit’s communications and media relations activities, strategically aligning these with Quit policy and marketing activities.
  • Develop and manage tools to assess the effectiveness, impact and return-on-media-investment from media activities and regularly report performance to key organisational stakeholders.
  • Provide leadership through collaboration with other non-profit organisations on joint media and/or communications initiatives.
  • Develop advocacy plans and work proactively to ensure stakeholder awareness and support for key activities is maximised.
  • Maintain and grow relationships with internal and external stakeholders including key media stakeholders.

About you

We are looking for someone with:

  • Degree qualifications or higher in communications, public relations, journalism or a related discipline.
  • Extensive industry experience in public and media relations in government and/or not-for-profit environments with demonstrated experience in a senior communication role.
  • Proven experience leading highly focused and successful communications teams with the substantial ability to foster a culture of growth, innovation and continuous improvement to drive results.
  • Strong existing relationships with Victorian media outlets and health journalists with demonstrated skills in media advocacy and liaison
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills, including the proven ability to meet tight deadlines and a demonstrated capacity to effectively manage multiple projects.

What we can offer you

  • A salary within range $95,000 - $110,000 p.a. plus superannuation and access to a generous not-for-profit salary packaging program (up to $18,550 of your salary tax-free) What is salary packaging?
  • The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer
  • A flexible and supportive workplace, with excellent work-life balance and opportunities for career progression and development

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity and to download a Position Description please click the 'ApplyNow' button. You'll be required to forward your Resume and Cover Letter, please ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description.

For more information contact Kelly Dienaar on (03) 9514 6408.

Cancer Council will only make contact with applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, and a National Police Check.

Cancer Council Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cancer Council Victoria is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability status. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Cancer Council Victoria has a strong commitment to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children and youth. We therefore have robust screening procedures for people who are expected to have contact with children in their roles. This will include criminal record check, Working with Children Check and referee checks.

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