MND Australia is the national peak body that support those living with and impacted by motor neurone disease (MND). Since 1993, we have been the voice for the MND community. We work collaboratively with our state MND Associations, to inform, influence and raise awareness and understanding of Motor Neurone Disease (MND) at a national level to improve care and to advance research.

About the Role

The Strategic Communications and Marketing Adviser supports the communications, marketing and promotion of key MND Australia initiatives including MND Connect, CALD Resources, Dysarthria and other speech difficulties, and Self-Advocacy. The position works collaboratively with the MND team and State Association staff as well as people living with MND to promote and share innovative information resources, tools and awareness campaigns. In addition, the position will support a holistic approach to MND Australia communications activities and events.

Key responsibilities include:

• Design, development and implementation of the communications strategies for grant funded projects
• Pro-active identification of media, marketing and promotional activities
• Engagement strategies and activities to engage people living with MND
• Develop and implement campaigns for specific MND Australia initiatives
• Analysis of website, communications and engagement data, and advice on how to improve impact and reach
• Development of holistic marketing and communication approaches to all MND Australia activity
• Other duties as directed.

About You

• Demonstrated experience in communications, marketing and promotional activity
• High-level written, editing and proofing skills, including traditional and digital multimedia
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with staff as well as a diverse range of stakeholders
• Self-motivated, strong problem solving and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member
• Experience planning and executing awareness campaigns
• Experience planning and executing high quality events.

Position Type

This is a part-time (0.8 FTE) contract position until 31 October 2025, ideally based in Canberra, reporting to the Chief Executive Officer.

Benefits

We provide various benefits including:

• Friendly and supportive team
• Flexible work arrangements to best balance work priorities and your family, study and other personal commitments
• MND Australia is a Health Promotion Charity and can offer FBT exemption in salary packaging.