What’s in it for you?

• Maximise your pay through salary packaging including entertainment and novated leases
• Flexible working options & ongoing career development and training
• Wonderful onsite facilities available – gym, childcare, cafes, hotel, shops, and bar
• Subsidised coffee in our lively cafe with a city view
• Located near public transport & discounted onsite parking for employees.
• Be involved in multiple internal committees and contribute to the cultural success of the organisation

The opportunity:

Join the team at Murdoch Children’s Research Institute as a passionate Media & Communications Advisor! You will play a critical role in shaping our public image and promoting our brand purpose.

As a Media & Communications Advisor, you will work closely with the Senior Communications Manager and Media Manager to execute a wide range of media communications activities and support internal and external stakeholders. With your background in the Health Industry, Corporate, and Consumer sectors, you will bring a unique skillset to the table and have the opportunity to offer creative input into key initiatives, communications campaigns, strategy and assets. This is a rare chance to bring your passion for child-health research to life and make a real impact in the world of child health and care.

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join a team that is dedicated to translating cutting edge research and transformational child health discoveries for all audiences. Apply now to become a valued member of the Communications team at the MCRI.

Your responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Institute’s marketing and communications plans, research/academic agenda and researchers
• Implementing, coordinating and project managing communications activities, support communication plan priorities and support the execution of key messages relating to organisational initiatives and the strategic plan
• Helping prepare key messages, collateral and/or digital content to promote new health initiatives, research reports, research breakthroughs and awards

About you:

• Relevant Tertiary Qualifications in health communications or journalism
• 5 + years’ experience in communications or journalism and have a great understanding of working in a fast-paced environment
• Strong writing skills and the ability to empathetically tell patient case study stories for online features and video content
• A strong understanding of the media industry and sound experience and confidence in briefing journalists on complex issues

Who we are

At Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, we share a powerful vision; to re-imagine the future of child health. We are the home to many life-changing scientific discoveries. We are renowned for our cutting-edge focus on early interventions, improved diagnosis, prevention, and development of potential cures. Our success is founded on a philosophy of collaboration through a multi-disciplinary approach to solving the toughest questions in child health. Murdoch Children’s is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, equity and respect that celebrates and values the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our people. We strive to foster a positive working environment that is underpinned by equal opportunity for all and consideration for the diverse voices of our people and the communities we serve. Murdoch Children’s is a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and is a committed subscriber to Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) and its principles.

For more information, please refer to the position description.

Any specific questions related to this position should be directed to Bridie Byrne at [email protected], using the subject line: Media & Communications Advisor enquiry via EthicalJobs..

To be considered, applicants should submit:

• Cover letter (addressing why this role is for you)
• Resume

Please submit your application in one combined pdf document.

A position description is attached.

We welcome all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions and sexual orientations in our workplace and encourage talented people of any identity to apply to our vacancies. We will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and in the workplace, please contact the People Leader listed above if this is needed.

All applicants, please be aware that in line with the Victorian Pandemic Orders and the Murdoch Children’s and VCGS COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all Murdoch Children’s and VCGS workers must be fully vaccinated (boosted), unless a valid medical exception applies.

Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.