• Full-time Position (Melbourne)

Are you a strategic digital leader passionate about social justice and workers’ rights? Join the peak body of the Australian union movement and lead innovative digital campaigns that drive real change and union growth.

The ACTU is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the rich cultural and social diversity of our community. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of colour, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

About Us

The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) represents nearly 1.7 million workers and their families. Since 1927, we have led some of the most significant workplace struggles in Australia's history. The ACTU’s role as a peak body is to encourage workers to join their union, be a national voice for our movement, and advance and defend workers' rights through coordinated campaigns, representation, and support to our affiliates.

The Role

As the Digital Communications Manager, you will lead a team responsible for delivering impactful digital and social media strategies that support ACTU campaigns and union movement growth. Reporting to the Campaigns Director, you will:

• Develop and implement innovative digital and social media strategies aligned with ACTU’s objectives.
• Lead and manage a high-performing digital communications team.
• Oversee digital campaign execution, performance measurement, and reporting.
• Collaborate with internal teams, affiliates, and stakeholders to amplify campaign impact.
• Provide strategic leadership in digital marketing and advertising.
• Use data insights to optimise communication strategies and audience engagement.

Key Selection Criteria

Essential:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role, including team leadership.
• Experience working with unions or community organisations.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong judgment and discretion in politically sensitive environments.
• Commitment to union values, social justice, and cultural diversity.

Desirable:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications.

Benefits

The ACTU offers a competitive salary range of $138,522 – $157,436, depending on skills and experience, along with:

• Additional 15% superannuation
• Annual leave loading
• Working from home opportunities
• Generous leave arrangements, including up to 5 additional days of annual leave
• The opportunity to work a rostered day off arrangement

How to Apply

Please provide a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and your suitability for the role, along with your CV, to Emma Kingdon, Director Campaigns via the "Apply Now" button.

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

A position description is attached.