We’re seeking an experienced communications professional to manage and produce strategic content for Reconciliation Australia.
- Sydney preferred
- $115,000 – $120, 000
- Full-time
- Application deadline: Monday 24 November 2025
The role
This position both manages and contributes to Reconciliation Australia’s communications and engagement work, including publications, web and online content, speeches, and a range of other needs as they arise.
They will liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to facilitate this work.
The position will manage up to three positions in the team and work closely with, and report to, the General Manager, Communications and Engagement.
About you
You have experience in managing and producing communications content involving multiple internal and external stakeholders while staying on brand and on deadline in a busy organisation.
You have some management and leadership experience in this area. You love this kind of work and you are good at it, while also open to continued learning in a changing space. You are good at managing several projects at once and hitting milestones.
You are committed to advancing justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as we work towards a just, equitable and reconciled Australia.
Our organisation
Reconciliation Australia is an independent, national, not-for-profit organisation promoting and facilitating reconciliation by building relationships, respect and trust between the wider Australian community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Our vision is for a just, equitable and reconciled Australia.
Selection criteria
Read through the selection criteria below, also contained in the position description.
Please address these in a cover letter – no longer than one page – that displays your skills and experience and how they would relate to our work.
Required
- A demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures and issues
- Demonstrated high-level written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and accurately to a broad range of audiences using a variety of media
- Demonstrated experience in producing complex content for an organisation for use across various communications products including web and publications
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, displaying organisational and time management skills with high attention to detail
- Strong stakeholder management and liaison ability including strategic communications skills
- Ability to prioritise work and meet regular deadlines in a high performing, not-for-profit environment
- Management experience in busy teams
- Ability to work co-operatively in a team environment and collaboratively with other units at Reconciliation Australia
Desirable
- An appreciation for the goals, or a willingness to learn more of reconciliation between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other Australians.
- Degree in Communication and/or up to five years’ work experience in the field.
Salary
The salary range for this role is $115,000 – $120,000 + superannuation (inclusive of 17.5% leave loading), dependent on experience and qualifications.
How to apply
Email [email protected] your:
- CV
- Cover letter – no longer than one page – addressing the the selection criteria set out in the position description quoting reference Communications Manager
- A completed Reconciliation Australia cover sheet
- Application deadline: Monday 24 November 202
Questions or information: please contact the Communications General Manager.
