ABOUT CHIA NSW

The Community Housing Industry Association (CHIA NSW) is the peak body for not-for-profit community housing providers in NSW. We represent nearly 100 members across NSW, that collectively own and/or manage around 54,000 homes - the largest community housing industry in Australia.

Our vision is “Communities where everyone can access safe, sustainable and affordable housing."

CHIA NSW works closely with its member organisations to build a sustainable and growing community housing industry that delivers great outcomes for tenants and the communities in which they live. Our members provide social and affordable housing to individuals and families across NSW.

CHIA NSW has four key strategic priorities in our recently finalised Strategic Plan (2023 – 2027):

• Effective advocacy: Shape the policy agenda on housing need
• Strong industry stewardship: Guide the community housing industry in a dynamic environment
• Exceptional services: Support high-quality outcomes across the housing and homelessness sector through value-for-money services
• Thriving organisation: Make CHIA NSW an even better place to work.

About us

The Community Housing Industry Association (CHIA NSW) is the peak body for not-for-profit community housing providers in NSW. We represent nearly 100 members across NSW, that collectively own and/or manage around 54,000 homes - the largest community housing industry in Australia.

Our vision is “Communities where everyone can access safe, sustainable and affordable housing."

CHIA NSW works closely with its member organisations to build a sustainable and growing community housing industry that delivers great outcomes for tenants and the communities in which they live. Our members provide social and affordable housing to individuals and families across NSW.

CHIA NSW has four key strategic priorities in our recently finalised Strategic Plan (2023 – 2027):

• Effective advocacy: Shape the policy agenda on housing need
• Strong industry stewardship: Guide the community housing industry in a dynamic environment
• Exceptional services: Support high-quality outcomes across the housing and homelessness sector through value-for-money services
• Thriving organisation: Make CHIA NSW an even better place to work.

Benefits

This is a permanent part-time appointment (4 days per week) based in Sydney. Subject to business requirements and funding availability, this role may potentially be increased to 5 days per week from July 2024.

A competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Additional paid leave over Christmas, plus an additional leave day for your birthday
• NFP salary packaging
• Employee Assistance Program
• Collaborative, positive, and supportive working environment with the opportunity to make a difference.

About the opportunity

The Media Adviser is responsible for leading and implementing CHIA NSW’s Media Strategy (including digital and social media), working in partnership with the CEO and Head of Public Affairs.

The Media Adviser will be responsible for supporting the CEO as media spokesperson for CHIA NSW and to working with CHIA NSW’s internal teams and external advisers to respond to and create positive media opportunities.

The Media Adviser will also play a key role in engaging with CHIA NSW members and coordinating media campaigns and activities across the membership.

As a senior member of the Public Affairs team, the Media Adviser is expected to make an effective contribution to the achievement of the organisation’s broader objectives as an industry peak body.

SELECTION CRITERIA

You are an experienced Media Adviser, ideally with previous experience working in a similar role in a not-for-profit organisation, peak body, or government.

You have a clear desire to work with an organisation that seeks to improve the lives of people in housing stress in the community. Like us, you believe that safe, secure, and affordable housing is a fundamental right.

You love to influence positive change in the community, and you value diversity and the power of ideas.

You will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, media, communications, public relations, or similar field (or equivalent experience)
• At least 5 years’ professional experience in a similar role that has driven communications and media activities to deliver successful business outcomes
• Sound understanding of the role of media work in a member-based organisation
• Understanding of the role of the media and experience in engaging the media
• Good understanding of Government and Government policy development processes
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills and the ability to write for a range of different purposes, communication channels, and audiences
• Experience in preparing communications materials, including draft media releases, speeches, articles and presentations
• Outstanding organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects in a fluid environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
• Strong alignment with the purpose and values of CHIA NSW and its members.

A position description is available below.

Please note that as a condition of employment, CHIA NSW requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including booster shots, when eligible).

Please contact Caitlin McDowell, Head of Public Affairs, with any queries about the role by emailing [email protected] using the subject line: Media Adviser enquiry via EthicalJobs.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF COUNTRY

The Community Housing Industry Association (CHIA NSW) is honoured to work on the ancestral lands of the Gadigal People. CHIA NSW acknowledges that the land is, was, and always will be Aboriginal land. We recognise the Gadigal people as the custodians of the lands, seas and waterways and celebrate their strength, history, and enduring culture.