About Our Watch

 Our Watch is a national leader of primary prevention of violence against women and their children. Our vision is an Australia where women and their children live free from all forms of violence, and our role is to stop violence before it starts. We work to embed gender equality and prevent violence where Australians live, learn, work and socialise. Visit https://www.ourwatch.org.au/ for more information.

About the role

• Hybrid and fully remote working arrangements available 
• 0.8 FTE (4 days per week) 
• Fixed term to 30 June 2027 (with potential for renewal) 
• $106,148 - $111,307 + 12% super + 17.5% annual leave loading + 5 additional days health/wellbeing leave 

As Senior Advisor, Media, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering high-impact media and communications activity that strengthens our reputation and drives meaningful engagement with the community.

Working closely with the Manager, Media and Communications, you will lead the development and execution of proactive and reactive media strategies, translating complex issues into compelling, accessible narratives. You will be responsible for crafting media releases, opinion pieces, and briefing materials, while also responding to media enquiries and providing strategic advice to senior leaders.

This role is both strategic and hands-on - ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing competing priorities, and can confidently navigate sensitive or complex media issues. You’ll also build strong relationships with journalists, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure our work reaches and resonates with diverse audiences.

About you

You are a skilled media and communications professional with a strong track record of delivering impactful media outcomes and building trusted relationships.

You bring:

• Tertiary qualification in communications, journalism, or public relations 
• Significant experience in media relations, journalism, or communications 
• Exceptional writing skills, with the ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, engaging content 
• Strong judgement and confidence when managing reputational or sensitive media issues 
• The ability to think strategically while also delivering high-quality outputs at pace 

You are collaborative, proactive, and comfortable working across a range of stakeholders, including senior leaders. You’re motivated by purpose-driven work and bring an understanding (or willingness to learn) of intersectionality and how it shapes effective communication. 
Most importantly, you’re passionate about using your expertise to contribute to meaningful social impact and drive positive change. 

Why work for us

Our Watch is strongly committed to the wellbeing of its employees, and we strive to continuously improve our employee experiences at work. Our Watch is recognised by the Australian HR Awards for the Best Workplace Flexibility Program, received an Excellence Award as an Employer of Choice in the Not-for-Profit Sector, and is recognised as an Inclusive Employer by Diversity Council Australia. Visit https://www.ourwatch.org.au/about-us/work-with-us/ for more information.

• A few of our unique award-winning benefits include:
• Commitment to work life balance, including flexible hours/ways of working
• Additional 5 additional personal leave days per year
• 12 weeks paid parental leave for all new parents
• Innovative leave policies, such as floating public holiday leave, cultural leave, etc.
• Cultural remuneration package for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff
• $1500 individual Learning & Development budget per year

How to Apply

Apply via the "Apply Now" button with your current resume and cover letter. Hybrid, remote and work from home options considered within Australia. Please view this role’s position description below.

Position Description - Senior Advisor, Media

Our Watch is committed to diversity, we value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are passionate about providing a barrier-free recruitment process; if you require modifications during the application process to meet your access needs, please contact us.

Applications will be assessed as received.