• Create exceptional written content to amplify the work of the Foundation.
• Lead high-quality communications plans aligned to strategic priorities.
• Full-time position based in Melbourne CBD (12-month contract).

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation (SAKGF) enables preventative, positive change in the food, health, wellbeing and sustainability habits of children and young people, families and communities right across Australia.

We are seeking an agile, confident and experienced writer to lead communications plans across digital, brand, fundraising and partnership goals. Reporting directly to the Communications & Engagement Manager, and as a key member of the Engagement Team, your role is to:

• Produce high-quality written content that is clear, concise and compelling, adapting the tone and messaging to suit different audiences and stakeholder needs.
• Support the Communications & Engagement Manager to develop and evolve communication plans across key channels and campaigns to engage and grow membership, facilitate fundraising goals and celebrate partnerships.
• Coordinate and schedule specialist content across all communication channels (including case studies, EDMs/newsletters, website and social media) to inspire and engage Kitchen Garden Program members and the national kitchen garden community.

You will join a passionate, supportive and collaborative group of people dedicated to supporting schools, early childhood services and communities to experience fun, hands-on and delicious food education for all young Australians.

• Full time, hybrid work model
• Physical location in Inner Melbourne, close to public transport.
• $81,931.50 + superannuation and the option to salary package
• 12-month contract

ABOUT YOU

We are a small not-for-profit with national reach. We exist in a changeable environment open to opportunity and change. You will need to be willing to handle a rapidly adapting workplace, with a responsive, positive and flexible attitude. We are looking for someone with:

• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of purpose-driven food/gardening/health content.
• Proven ability to lead and implement multiple communication plans and priorities to meet deadlines and expectations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage priorities and multiple projects simultaneously, taking responsibility and showing a proactive, positive and collaborative attitude.
• A knowledge and love of fresh, seasonal, delicious food!

The position may from time to time require intra-state and interstate travel. A driver’s licence is required. The applicant must be able to legally work in Australia and hold a valid Working With Children Check.

For further information please download the attached Position Description.

Please click the Apply Now link below and submit a cover letter, a copy of your CV responding to the selection criteria and one to three samples of your writing.

No recruitment companies please.