Communications Director (newly created position)

• Position Title: Communications Director (newly created position)
• Location: Canberra
• Hours: Full Time (75 hours fortnightly)
• Remuneration: Level 8.1 SCHADS Award

THE ROLE

The Communications Director role is a dynamic and creative member of the FECCA team.

The role reports to the CEO and is responsible for the development and implementation of strategic communications and media engagement that will support FECCA’s new Strategic Framework for Action (2023-2028). The role will also be responsible for strategic communications and media engagement for the Australian Multicultural Health Collaborative (the Collaborative), an external facing FECCA initiative which has its own branding.
Specifically, you will:

• develop and execute a refreshed and comprehensive communications strategy for FECCA and the Collaborative
• provide leadership, guidance and support to respond to emerging and immediate issues, and manage communications and public relations activities
• oversee the research, planning, writing and design, and monitoring of compelling content. This will include producing newsletters, press releases, opinion pieces, talking points, web content, social media posts, annual reports, briefs etc
• monitor political, social and media landscapes and proactively identify opportunities to increase the visibility of FECCA and the Collaborative through existing and innovative channels
• grow and nurture new relationships with various media organisations
• support FECCA leadership with reports and insights relating to specific programs and initiatives
• contribute to strategy and assist with major campaigns
• engage proactively with the FECCA membership and theCollaborative leadership to cross promote bilateral work
• apart from media, liaise with external suppliers, sponsors, partners and relevant stakeholders
• lead and inspire a small but dynamic team to extend the reach of the FECCA story.

This list is not exhaustive and will be reviewed regularly to meet the changing needs of a dynamic, growing organisation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership, guidance and support in all aspects of communications, public relations, and brand management.
• Develop and commit to annual KPIs in support of the FECCA Strategic Framework for Action (2023-2028), and the related Strategic Framework for the Collaborative
• Maintain a commitment to best practice and continuous quality improvement in accordance with FECCA Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, aligning team culture with FECCA values and vision.
• Create, maintain and develop effective professional connections with relevant external stakeholders and help grow internal culture.
• Participate in relevant professional development.
• Comply with legal obligations and mitigate risk. Maintain appropriate professional and ethical standards and operational transparency,
• Foster and promote staff wellbeing, taking care of self and others in the team.

Some interstate travel may be required from time to time.

We are committed to nurturing a diverse team of professionals. People from CALD backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are especially encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior communication or similar roles.
• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in communications, journalism, media, public relations, fundraising, marketing, events management, or related fields.
• An informed and sophisticated understanding of the media and political landscape and a demonstrated ability to produce and deliver engaging and compelling content and launch strategic communication campaigns and events.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capacity to manage complexity and attend to detail, as well as the ability to generate new ideas, solve problems and work autonomously on an agreed agenda within timeframes and budget.
• Demonstrated skills managing communication campaigns and platforms.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment, takes initiative, and requires minimal supervision.
• Excellent demonstrated interpersonal skills and a proven ability to contribute to a cohesive, positive and collaborative team environment.
• Values-driven approach to life and work, a commitment to social justice and a willingness to support the culture and mission of FECCA. This includes a demonstrated ability to work sensitively in a culturally and linguistically diverse environment with a strong commitment to strengths-based and trauma-informed practices.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA:

• Demonstrated understanding or lived experience of issues impacting people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
• Experience within the not-for-profit sector as an employee or volunteer.
• Working photography and video skills.
• Graphic design and publication skills.
• Previous experience in multicultural advocacy/lobbying, or multicultural community engagement and outreach.
• Demonstrated understanding of principles of community engagement and co-design.
• Good understanding of the machinery of government and how to influence.
• Good networks and connections into media circles

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Resilience and the ability to handle difficult situations or change with maturity.
• Excellent communicator.
• Respectful.
• Collaborative.
• Punctual.
• Result driven.
• A contagious positive attitude and good nature.