About Melbourne Genomics

Established in 2013, Melbourne Genomics is a collaboration of 10 leading hospitals, research and academic organisations, supported by the Victorian Government (medical research fund). The Alliance members recognise that collective vision and collaborative effort are essential to drive change at the vanguard of genomic medicine, and to bridge the gap between research innovation and healthcare reality.

About the position

The Communications Manager will lead the development, and then execution of, the communication and change strategy for a new four-year program. This will include development and delivery of key messages across multiple channels; coordination of planning and implementation for stakeholder communication across member organisations, health services and the Victorian government; media relations; and community engagement.

Leading a small team, the Communications Manager must be proactive and hands on, with the ability to respond to requests swiftly, while maintaining focus on competing priorities and strategic objectives. As a member of the management team you will provide timely advise and support.

Selection Criteria

Personal qualities

• Ability to work with people at different levels, negotiate, network and influence
• Ability to operate in an environment of uncertainty and incomplete information and make well-reasoned decisions

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• A tertiary qualification in communications/media/journalism, arts or science, as well as substantial experience in planning, executing and evaluating multi-faceted communication campaigns
• Knowledge of contemporary media and communications mediums and an ability to effectively apply such knowledge to complex issues and diverse audiences
• Highly developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills with demonstrated ability to write clearly, concisely and appropriately for specific audience groups and mediums
• Proven ability to lead communications and engagement in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Experience providing copy-writing and editing of content as necessary
• Proven experience coordinating events and managing website content

Highly desirable

• Experience with change communications
• Experience in government engagement and the health and/or medical research sectors
• Experience developing effective social media strategies
• Experience engaging and managing contract staff and services

Terms of appointment

This position is available for 1 year in a part time or full time capacity. Salary is HEW 8 – HEW 9 ($102,193 - $124,038). Up to 17% superannuation and very attractive salary packaging options are available.

General enquiries can be directed to Naomi Burke – [email protected], using the subject line: Communications Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is available.

At the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute we strive to ensure our staff and students enjoy a great working environment. We value diversity and gender equity in our work force and promote flexible working arrangements for staff to balance working requirements and personal needs. We have implemented a number of gender equity initiatives to support female laboratory heads.