Organisation : Australian Marine Conservation Society
Location : Hobart, Melbourne, Sydney
Work type : Full-time
Profession : Advocacy, Marketing, Media & Communications
Sector : Conservation & Environment
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 3 Jul, 2024
About the organisation
The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) is the voice for Australia’s oceans. We are Australia’s leading ocean conservation organisation and one of the founding members of Australia’s conservation movement. We are a community of ocean lovers across the nation working to protect our precious marine wildlife and for healthy seas.
We are an independent charity, staffed by a committed group of scientists, educators and passionate advocates who have defended Australia’s oceans since 1965. Our paid and volunteer staff work every day to protect our coasts and oceans.
About the role
AMCS is campaigning to prevent the expansion of offshore fossil fuel and carbon capture and storage (CCS).
Our oceans are being developed and exploited at an unsustainable rate. With offshore oil and gas exploration increasing this not only has direct impacts on marine wildlife and habitats, but also traps the community and the economy into continued dependence on fossil fuels, and locks us into catastrophic climate change.
We are seeking a communications professional experienced in campaign communications to work with our committed team of campaign and communications staff on one of AMCS’ most high-profile and fast-moving campaigns. This role will drive the design and delivery of effective communications strategies for our Oil and Gas campaign. With our oceans under more pressure from an expanding offshore fossil fuel sector, you will play a crucial role in shaping the public engagement in our campaign to protect our oceans and marine life from the harmful impacts of the fossil fuel industry.
THIS ROLE INVOLVES:
- Developing and implement the communications strategy and plans to maximise the impact of the Oil & Gas campaign, ensuring these are aligned with AMCS’ campaign and communications objectives.
- Monitoring, evaluating and reporting on the effectiveness of the campaign’s communications activities, adjusting strategy and plans to maximise impact.
- Developing and deliver campaign communications activities and materials.
- Using communications strategies and tools available, work to grow and deepen the base of AMCS supporters engaging with the campaign.
- Building strong relationships and networks, and work closely and collaboratively with campaign partners to grow the impact and influence of the campaign’s communications.
Please see the attached for a full position description and further details on the role including the selection criteria. For more information on AMCS’ Offshore Oil & Gas campaign see here.
WHY WORK WITH US
You’ll play an important role in protecting our oceans. You will be part of a committed group of passionate advocates who have defended Australia’s marine environment for almost 60 years. We care about our team and creating a supportive workplace.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Superannuation contribution of 12%
- Genuine flexibility around work hours and location (where possible)
- Four weeks of annual leave (pro-rata), plus additional days over the holiday period
- 10 days of personal leave (pro-rata for part-time)
- Additional paid parental leave (subject to eligibility conditions)
- Flexibility with public holidays, as well as time off to support related conservation and community initiatives
- Opportunities and support for training and professional development
- Regular all-team meetings and annual in-person team retreat
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
APPLY NOW
If this role sounds like you we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please click “Apply Now” and follow the instructions.
AMCS is a strictly non-partisan and an equal opportunities employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, LGBTIQ+ people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. That is, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work on an ongoing basis.
A position description is attached. For more information on our work and our people please visit our website.
How to apply
To apply, please submit your current CV with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (maximum two pages) explaining why you’re the perfect person for this role through the application portal via EthicalJobs.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, and no later than 9am Wednesday 3rd July.
AMCS is a strictly non-partisan and an equal-opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, LGBTIQ+ people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
Please Note: Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. That is, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work on an ongoing basis.
Please quote in application: Campaign Communications Specialist – Offshore Oil & Gas via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Conservation_and_Environment
