Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 22nd Oct 2020
The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty.
For almost 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia.
We are passionate about the work we do.
We strive to create lasting change for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.
We’re looking for an experienced communications leader who wants to join our 2,000+ team of staff and volunteers to make a difference.
Reporting to the Director of Marketing & Engagement, the Head of Communications is responsible for the development and implementation of the communications strategy for BSL, with a focus on ‘owned’ and ‘earned’ channels.
In this role, you will help raise the consciousness of the public on the issues of poverty, increase public awareness of BSL and its work in the community, as well as help grow positive sentiment and supporter engagement.
You will lead a team of communications professionals across a range of communications specialisations, including media relations, PR, publicity, internal communications, events, social media and publications, and work closely with a number of stakeholders to create effective and integrated communications activity.
Passion for supporting the mission of BSL, and passion for delivering excellence in your role, are just the start.
To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for an experienced communications professional who has, amongst other capabilities, the following key skills and experiences
This is an excellent opportunity to build the communications strategy and promote the work of this organisation. This is a full-time position, with head office based in Fitzroy.
Salary Range: Competitive salary package on offer dependent on skills and experience.
To view the Position Description, please click here.
Please note interviews may commence prior to the closing date.
Enquiries: For confidential enquires, contact Sonia Bijelic on 0418 362 465 or at [email protected], using the subject line: Head of Communications enquiry via EthicalJobs.
As part of the BSL’s recruitment and selection process, applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks as required, applicants will be subject to, but not limited to, the following checks: National (and International if applicable) Police Check, Victorian Employee Working with Children Check, Right to Work in Australia, Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme Check and current professional registration.
The Brotherhood of St. Laurence has a vision of an Australia free of Poverty. We embrace, and value, diversity of culture, working arrangements, sexual orientation and gender identity to ensure our workforce is representative of the community that we work within. We promote a workplace that actively seeks to include and welcome unique contributions of all people. We embrace and celebrate the value of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, their skills and contribution to our organisation.