Strategic Communications & Engagement Manager

About the role

Audiology Australia, the peak professional association representing more than 3,800 audiologists across Australia, is looking for a Strategic Communications & Engagement Manager. Reporting to the CEO, this newly created leadership role leads the strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, advocacy communications and reputation management functions during a period of change for the profession. The role covers policy, government engagement, media, executive communications and member communications, and leads the Marketing & Communications team. It is based in North Melbourne, VIC, on a hybrid model of 4 days working from home and 1 day in the office.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver strategic communications initiatives aligned with organisational priorities
• Strengthen Audiology Australia's reputation as a respected professional voice and thought leader
• Lead advocacy, policy and stakeholder communications across a complex external environment
• Develop communication strategies to support members through the transition to Ahpra regulation
• Support government relations and stakeholder engagement through strategic messaging and positioning
• Lead proactive and reactive media engagement, reputation management and issues communications
• Provide strategic communications advice and support to the CEO and Board
• Lead, mentor and support the Marketing & Communications team
• Build strong relationships with government, regulators, members, industry stakeholders and external partners

Required profile

• Significant experience in strategic communications, public affairs or engagement-focused roles
• Experience in complex stakeholder, policy, government or membership environments
• Experience managing reputation, issues and media engagement
• Experience leading and developing communications teams
• Experience in health, professional associations, membership organisations, government or regulatory environments is highly regarded

Required skills

• Strong strategic thinking, judgement and influencing skills
• Exceptional written communication, including executive and stakeholder communications
• Proven ability to advise and partner with senior leaders, executives or boards
• Ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging communications

What we offer

• Part-time position (0.8 FTE) with flexibility for full-time consideration
• Work from home 4 days per week, with flexible hours
• Birthday leave plus gifted leave over Christmas and New Year
• Professional development plans and ongoing learning opportunities
• EAP access and a collaborative team culture with social events

Applications close on 13 November. Interested candidates can also ask for a confidential discussion with the recruiter at Beaumont People.