Media and Communications Manager 

At Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL), we are seeking a passionate Media and Communications Manager to join our dedicated team. 

Location: Fitzroy, Victoria 

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time working 38 hours per week

Salary: $109,846.69 to $114,695.78 per annum, based on skills and experience plus 11.5% superannuation.

What we offer our employees

• Salary packaging options to improve your take home pay – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)!
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year

About the role 

The Communications and Media Manager is responsible for strategically increasing coverage and public support for BSL’s work by communicating our services, issues we care about and policy solutions for ‘an Australia free of poverty’.

• Promote the organisation using non-paid media (social, local, mainstream) to increase community reach and brand awareness.

• Develop and implement communications strategies in collaboration with internal teams, ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms.

• Create, manage, and publish content for various audiences, including media releases, speeches, newsletters, and digital materials.

• Build and maintain media relationships, provide media training, and identify compelling stories from staff and service users.

• Ensure communications align with accessibility standards, Reconciliation commitments, brand guidelines, and internal policies while tracking performance and managing budgets.

About Brotherhood of St Laurence

We are passionate about the work we do. We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society – a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty. For over 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia. We are made up of 1500+ employees and 1000+ volunteers to make a difference in our communities.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a passion for supporting the mission of BSL and delivering excellence in your role.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Tertiary qualification in Communications, Public Relations or related field and/or demonstrated expertise and experience in Communications and/or Journalism.

• Strong media relationships and 4+ years’ experience pitching and securing media coverage.

• Proven success in media and social media engagement, including public relations campaigns.

• Excellent writing skills for diverse audiences, with strong attention to detail and proofreading ability.

• Skilled in planning, project management, and translating complex ideas into accessible content.

• Proficient in social media strategy and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

If this sounds like the right fit for you

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you.

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When completing your application, please upload each document as a separate attachment.

Your application must include:

• A tailored cover letter,
• A current resume showcasing demonstrated skills and experiences, and
• A 2-page (maximum) written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria found in the Position Description. 

Applications will be considered upon submission, so we encourage you to apply early.

To review the Position Description and to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here. 

If you have any questions about the role, or want more clarification, please contact Michelle Schwensen at michelle.schwensen@bsl.org.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications close: Friday 27th of June at 11:55pm 

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

BSL is a child-safe organisation. BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.