Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Executive Team, you’ll drive media, branding, digital engagement, and public messaging that elevate NRCH’s presence and build trust across a diverse audience base.

This role also leads a small team and works hands on to deliver key communications projects, support internal communications, manage risk and reputation, and amplify the voices of the communities we serve.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the development and implementation of NRCH’s Communications and Marketing Strategy.
• Oversee all media, public relations, social media, website content, and brand positioning.
• Manage internal communications to ensure consistent and values aligned messaging across teams.
• Deliver engaging campaigns and content that reflect NRCH’s values and reach key audiences.
• Guide and mentor a small Communications team, fostering a collaborative and creative environment.
• Work closely with community, government, and sector partners to build trust and strengthen reputation.

For a complete list of responsibilities, see the position description HERE.

About you

You’re a strategic thinker and a natural storyteller and bring heart to every message. You're confident managing high stakes communications, leading a team, and collaborating with stakeholders across government, media, and the community. You’re also hands on and agile, ready to support your team and jump into delivery when needed.

You’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Communications, PR, Marketing or a related field.
• 3–5+ years’ experience in a senior communications or marketing role.
• A proven ability to develop and implement strategic communication plans.
• Expertise across digital platforms including website management, social media, and design tools (e.g. WordPress, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud).
• Exceptional writing, editing and messaging skills.
• Experience managing staff or working in high performance teams.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and risk management capabilities.
• Experience working in health, community, or advocacy-based organisations will be highly regarded.

Join us

This is more than a communications role, it’s a chance to lead storytelling that shifts stigma, strengthens connection, and supports health equity. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference through community informed communications, we’d love to hear from you.

For questions contact [email protected] using the subject line: Marketing and Communications Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.