Organisation : AbSec
Location : Sydney (Redfern)
Work type : Full-time
Profession : Journalism & PR, Marketing, Media & Communications
Sector : Children, Community Engagement, Community Support Services, Families, Indigenous, Industry Associations, Youth & Young People
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : SCHADS Level 4 - $90,000 + super and salary packaging
Application closing date : 5 Apr, 2025
About the organisation
We are partnering with AbSec, the peak organisation concerned with the welfare of Aboriginal children, young people and families in New South Wales. As a not-for-profit, Aboriginal community-controlled organisation, AbSec works to ensure that ensures Aboriginal children, young people, families, carers and communities have access to services and support that give them the best possible chance to fulfil their potential.
AbSec also operates a Learning and Development Centre, the only Aboriginal-owned registered training organisation in NSW, offering nationally recognised qualifications in family welfare, child protection, disability support, leadership, and governance.
Benefits on offer for working with AbSec:
- Competitive remuneration & salary packaging benefits: As a not-for-profit, you can access tax-free salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
- Additional annual leave: AbSec recognises NAIDOCS and Sorry Day with extra leave.
- Standard 35 hour working week & flexible working arrangements: Hybrid options available to support work-life balance.
- Professional development: Opportunities for training and career growth in a supportive environment.
- Meaningful work: Be part of a mission-driven team creating real change in the lives of Aboriginal children and families.
- Inclusive & culturally- safe workplace: Work within an Aboriginal community-led organisation that values diversity and empowerment.
About the role
Absec is seeking a PR and Communications Coordinator to play a key role in shaping and maintaining AbSec’s brand identity, public profile, and advocacy messaging. In this role, you will develop and execute compelling communication strategies across media, digital platforms, and advocacy campaigns to engage stakeholders, including government, community organisations, and the media.
If you have a passion for storytelling, public relations, and creating real impact, this is the perfect opportunity to contribute to an Aboriginal-led organisation making a difference in the lives of children and families across NSW.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop high-quality content including media releases, reports, newsletters, and digital campaigns.
- Maintain and strengthen AbSec’s brand voice and messaging across all communication channels.
- Monitor political and media landscapes, identifying opportunities for public discourse and advocacy.
- Translate complex policy issues into accessible and engaging narratives.
- Establish and manage relationships with media outlets, journalists, and community leaders.
- Assist executives with briefing notes, media talking points, and public engagements.
- Collaborate with internal teams and Aboriginal organisations to develop strategic campaigns.
- Attend AbSec events and prepare engaging content and highlight community impact.
About You:
- You are a creative, strategic, and culturally-aware communicator who is passionate about Aboriginal self-determination and advocacy. You thrive in fast-paced environments, have a keen eye for storytelling, and are committed to making a meaningful impact through communications.
- To be successful in this role, you will have
- minimum 2 years’ experience in PR, communications, media management, or marketing.
- Strong copywriting and storytelling skills, with an ability to engage diverse audiences.
- Experience managing media relationships and crafting compelling media releases.
- Ability to translate policy and data into engaging narratives.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Experience working in an Aboriginal organisation, Non-for-profit, government, or community services (highly regarded).
- Knowledge of the NSW child protection system or experience in advocacy (desirable).
- All applicants are required to complete a set of standard screening questions.
- Employment is subject to a National Police Clearance and a NSW Working With Children Check.
- Some out-of-hours work and travel may be required.
- Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged.
Why You'll love working here
Work from home
Professional development assistance
How to apply
Applications for this will be processed as soon as they are received, please don't hesitate to apply immediately to this role.
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Carly Bonisoli at carlyb@bloomhr.com.au, quoting Ref No. 1220675.
Please quote in application: PR and Communications Coordinator via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Children, #Community_Engagement, #Community_Support_Services, #Families, #Indigenous, #Industry_Associations, #Youth_and_Young_People
