About ABCN:

Our vision is for all young Australians to reach their potential in the future world of work, regardless of their socio-economic background. We are a not-for-profit organisation that brings business and schools together to improve opportunities for students from low socio-economic (SES) communities.

ABCN is a network of over 50 member companies representing a wide range of leading national and global organisations, and over 200 partner schools from low-income areas across Australia. Our programs connect students to volunteer business mentors, helping students develop career understanding, and the skills, mindsets, aspirations and professional connections to achieve more than they thought was possible.

The ABCN Foundation provides funding for Accelerate, our three-year scholarship program that combines corporate mentoring and financial relief for high-potential Australian students whose disadvantage is impacting their ability to pursue tertiary pathways and achieve their potential.

Why you’ll love working at ABCN:

• We are a committed and passionate team from a range of corporate and NFP backgrounds dedicated to improving educational outcomes for young people from low socio-economic communities
• We have a collaborative and positive working culture
• We support flexible working arrangements across our team
• We were named as one of the top 10 most innovative organisations in the 2021 AFR BOSS Most Innovative Companies List.

Why you’ll love this role:

• You’ll be able to experience first-hand the positive impact that we have on lives of young Australians
• This is a relationship-driven role in a warm and supportive work environment – you’ll be working collaboratively with the ABCN team across Australia
• It’s a creative and strategic role – you’ll be collaborating with your colleagues and our partners to ensure that ABCN continues to grow its presence where it is most needed.

The role:

• Part time– 3-4 days (22.5-30 hours) per week
• Based in Sydney or Melbourne (other locations will be considered)

• Not-For-Profit salary packaging benefits (tax concessions)
• 6 weeks annual leave, plus the ability to buy an additional 4 weeks leave

Key responsibilities:

Reporting to the CEO and leading a small team, the role will:

• Support ABCN’s strategic plan for impact and growth in collaboration with the CEO, Head of Partnerships, Head of Foundation and broader ABCN team
• Develop, maintain and lead the implementation of marketing and communications strategies for ABCN and ABCN Scholarship Foundation
• Ensure consistent high quality and contemporary design and content for the ABCN website, social media, as well as business development, fundraising, program and member materials
• Lead design, content, and delivery of major publications, notably the ABCN Annual Report, newsletters and ad hoc reports.
• Own ABCN’s style guide and document templates management, promote ABCN brand management to the broader team
• Lead event planning and logistics for major ABCN events, notably our annual Leadership and EOY events
• Provide leadership and support for ABCN’s full-time Communications Officer
• Uphold ABCN’s values

About you:

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 5 years' experience in marketing, communications, public relations, or a similar field
• Superior project management and people management skills with good attention to detail
• An internal and external customer focus
• Fundraising marketing experience
• Demonstrated experience using digital and social media.
• Excellent writing and editing skills and capability in Indesign, Wordpress and Mailchimp desired
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills
• You must have or be eligible to have a Working with Children Check (which can be obtained prior to commencement) in the state of your primary residence. ABCN is committed to child safety and our Child Safe Policy can be read on our website here

• To be eligible to apply, you must have unrestricted rights to work in Australia.

ABCN encourages applications from individuals whose personal journeys are relatable to the experiences and lives of the students we are supporting, including those with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all cultures and genders.