The Organisation

The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) is the voice for Australia’s ocean. We are Australia’s leading ocean conservation organisation and one of the founding members of Australia’s conservation movement.

We are a community of ocean and coastal lovers across the nation, working to protect our precious marine wildlife and secure healthy seas. As an independent charity, our team of expert advocates and campaigners works daily to safeguard Australia’s ocean and coasts.

Find out more about us here https://www.marineconservation.org.au/about/

Location: Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne. Hybrid working arrangements are supported.

Employment type: Fixed-term, two-year contract.

Salary: $101,608 - $110,000 (full-time equivalent, plus superannuation (12.5%).

Hours: Full-time, 38 hours per week (1.0 FTE)

The Opportunity

The Communications Manager leads the planning and delivery of major cross-organisational projects that strengthen AMCS' impact, profile and organisational effectiveness.

Reporting to the Communications Director, this role provides end-to-end project leadership across major communications and organisational initiatives, working collaboratively across campaigns, communications, fundraising and operations to coordinate and deliver strategic priorities. Leading projects spanning public engagement, communications, storytelling, research and other strategic initiatives, the Communications Manager ensures projects are strategically aligned, well planned, effectively governed and delivered on time and within budget.

Working closely with internal teams and external partners, including agencies, filmmakers, researchers, consultants and strategic partners, the Communications Manager translates ambitious ideas into successful outcomes that advance AMCS' mission and strategic priorities. This position requires excellent project leadership, strong stakeholder management skills and a collaborative approach to delivering high-quality outcomes that strengthen AMCS' impact and organisational effectiveness.

What you’ll bring

Project Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading complex communications projects involving multiple stakeholders, ensuring projects are strategically aligned, effectively governed and delivered on time and within budget.

Project Management: Strong project planning, coordination and implementation skills, including experience managing budgets, timelines and project delivery.

Communication and Collaboration: Outstanding communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Stakeholder Management: Experience managing external suppliers, consultants, agencies or contractors to deliver successful project outcomes.

Organisation and Problem Solving: Excellent organisational skills, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within deadlines.

Qualifications: Qualifications or training in project management, communications or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience.

Values Fit: Commitment to AMCS' mission and values, with a passion for protecting Australia's oceans and contributing to positive conservation outcomes.

Application Details

Applications should include a CV and a brief cover letter (2-page max) outlining your relevant experience and how your experience aligns with the selection criteria. Applications should be submitted no later than 5 pm AEST 16 July 2026

AMCS is a non-partisan organisation committed to providing equal employment opportunities and building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQA+ people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia, including Australian or New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency, or hold a valid visa with ongoing work rights.

For any enquiries about this position, contact us at [email protected] using the subject line: Communications Manager - Brisbane / Sydney / Melbourne enquiry via EthicalJobs.

For more information about our organisation and our people please visit:

https://www.marineconservation.org.au/

AMCS is a non-partisan organisation committed to providing equal employment opportunities and building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQA+ people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia, including Australian or New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency, or hold a valid visa with ongoing work rights.