• 1.0 full-time equivalent position
• Lead the next evolution of Amaze’s communications and stakeholder engagement team and activities
• Work with a leading autism organisation driving positive change for Autistic people and their families
• Hybrid workplace with office based in Richmond 

ABOUT AMAZE

Amaze is a leading autism charity whose mission is to enable Autistic people of all ages, and their families, to live their best lives. We are of the autism community and work together with a broad range of supporters to create an autism-inclusive Australia.

We’ve recently embarked on a new and innovative Strategic Plan 2022-2026, with ambitious targets to create meaningful change. Powered by a dynamic team of high performing and passionate staff, Amaze is in an exciting period of growth as we strive to model the behaviours and approaches that we inspire others will follow, whilst simultaneously leading exciting programs and initiatives in collaboration with key stakeholders and partners.

We are looking for like-minded staff to join us on our journey, so if it sounds like you, please read on and reach out.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Head of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement is a new role at Amaze. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the position will lead a small team, focusing on achieving the business’ strategic objectives and ensuring Amaze is fully engaged and connected to all our partners.

The Head of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement is a member of the Amaze Leadership Group which, together with the Executive Team, is responsible for delivering KPIs against Amaze’s Annual Business Plan and whole-of-organisation projects.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

The Head of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement is a practical role, which will include leadership and management responsibilities alongside active engagement in day-to-day activities of the team. With a passion for developing a deep understanding of Amaze’s stakeholder network, this position will lead a diverse team of skilled individuals to the next evolution of Amaze’s strategic communications and stakeholder engagement activities.

Focusing on digital communications, key responsibilities include:

• Development and implementation of the Amaze Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Plan in support of the Amaze Strategic Plan 2022-2026.
• Positioning Amaze as the ‘go to’ organisation for evidence based, independent information about autism for all Amaze stakeholders.
• Developing and delivering an internal communications framework and supporting systems to improve flow, timeliness, and accessibility of information.
• Developing a tangible understanding of the critical issues facing the Autistic community and exercise judgments around responses.
• Building trusting and productive relationships with Autistic people, other autism organisations in Victoria and nationally, and Federal and State Government partners.

THE *IDEAL CANDIDATE (KEY SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE)

To be successful in the role, you will need to have:

• Tertiary qualifications in a related field (e.g., Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Public Affairs) and/or demonstrated equivalent experience.
• Around 5+ years in a senior / managerial communication and/or fundraising role in a NFP or government environment.
• Demonstrated experience in providing communications support across a range of program areas, often working on several projects simultaneously, within an organisation.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining productive internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• People management skills and experience including the ability to lead an inclusive team that maximises the talents and potential of each person.
• Exceptional interpersonal, relationship building, and influencing skills with the ability to establish and sustain valued working partnerships across all organisational functions.
• Autistic community focused with either knowledge of, or commitment to, developing respectful communications with Autistic people and their families and carers.

See the position description for further information.

We will be in touch with successfully short-listed candidates within a few days of the closing date.

Top tip: Research shows that many men apply for jobs even if they only meet about 60% of the job requirements. In contrast, women and other marginalised groups will only apply if they meet 100%. So, if you think you qualify, even if you don’t meet every single requirement in the position description, please do get in touch. We’d love to connect and find out more about you and see if you could be a great fit.

No agencies please.

EXTRA INFORMATION

Please note, as this position requires work from the Victoria Street, Richmond office, it is a requirement that the successful candidate demonstrate triple-vaccination status.

The successful applicant will also need to complete a successful Working with Children Check and National Police Check.

For further information about the role, please contact Jim Mullan, Chief Executive Officer on 03 9657 1600.

Otherwise please email your queries to our HR team at [email protected] using the subject line: Head of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement enquiry via EthicalJobs.

WE LIVE OUR VALUES

Amaze is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We stay true to our name by hiring ‘Amazing’ people from a wide variety of backgrounds. After all, we want to be as diverse as the communities we serve. Our inclusive culture helps us to be bold, open to difference, embrace curiosity, and spark positive change in ourselves and others.

Amaze is an Autism Positive Employer. We provide support and adjustments, starting with the recruitment process! We nurture an environment that is personally accountable, supportive, psychologically safe, inclusive, and high performing.

If you need any adjustment or accommodation whatsoever for any reason, just let us know in your application or separately via email to our Human Resources (HR) team at [email protected].

WHY YOU SHOULD WORK FOR AMAZE

There are lots of reasons why you should work with us. Here are just a few…

• Join a team who are passionate about driving positive change so Autistic people and their families can live their best lives.
• Our culture emphasises kindness, respect, and inclusion. This includes actively engaging and supporting a neuro-divergent workforce and offering reasonable adjustments and flexible working arrangements.
• Access to a holistic employee assistance program (EAP) for staff and their household members.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Gifted days over the Christmas and New Year period.
• Generous salary packaging.
• Spacious offices in Richmond with the opportunity to engage in the Victoria Gardens Corporate program including freebies, discounts, and offers.