Communications Manager

Beaumont People; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Onsite parking

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Australian Macadamia Society in Brisbane is seeking a Communications Manager to lead communications across the Australian macadamia industry. Reporting to the CEO, you will refresh the communications strategy, strengthen member engagement and shape how AMS communicates with growers, researchers, industry partners and government stakeholders.

This role combines strategy with hands-on delivery across digital, print, media and stakeholder channels, including leading the launch of AMS's new website

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Communications Manager or similar leadership role.
• Experience developing and delivering communication strategies and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Strong writing and editing skills translating technical information into clear content.
• Experience managing websites, digital communications, publications and multi-channel programs.
• Strong project management skills balancing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent relationship-building and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Hands-on yet strategic approach to delivery.
• Experience in agriculture, horticulture, or industry associations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Refresh and deliver AMS's communications strategy and member engagement approach
• Lead the launch and ongoing management of the AMS website
• Plan and deliver communications across digital, print, media and stakeholder channels
• Create and coordinate content including e-newsletters, publications, member communications and social media
• Translate technical and industry information into clear, engaging communications
• Support media relations, advocacy communications and executive communications
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to develop content and campaigns
• Manage communications projects, suppliers, budgets and key deliverables
• Lead communications for industry events, conferences and engagement initiatives
• Monitor performance and use insights to improve communication outcomes

Skills

Communications leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Content development

Website management

Multichannel comms

Project management

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Job description

Communications Manager | Australian Macadamia Society

• Full-Time, 5-Year Fixed Term Contract | NFP

Communications Manager | Australian Macadamia Society

• Rocklea, QLD | Hybrid Working Environment
• Full-Time, 5-Year Fixed Term Contract | NFP
• $130k + Super | Onsite Parking | WFH & WFO

About the Organisation

The Australian Macadamia Society (AMS) is the peak industry body representing Australia's macadamia industry, supporting growers, processors, researchers and supply chain partners across Queensland and Northern New South Wales. With a new CEO, a collaborative team culture and a strong focus on innovation and growth, AMS is entering an exciting new chapter focused on strengthening industry engagement, member value and its voice across the sector.

About the Role

Reporting to the CEO, you will lead communications across Australia's macadamia industry. You'll review and refresh AMS's communications strategy, strengthen member engagement and shape how the organisation communicates with growers, researchers, industry partners and government stakeholders.

Combining strategy with hands-on delivery, you'll develop and execute communications across digital, print, media and stakeholder channels, while leading key projects including the launch of AMS's new website and the delivery of industry communications initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Refresh and deliver AMS's communications strategy and member engagement approach
• Lead the launch and ongoing management of the AMS website
• Plan and deliver communications across digital, print, media and stakeholder channels
• Create and coordinate content including e-newsletters, publications, member communications and social media
• Translate technical and industry information into clear, engaging communications
• Support media relations, advocacy communications and executive communications
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to develop relevant content and campaigns
• Manage communications projects, suppliers, budgets and key deliverables
• Lead communications for industry events, conferences and engagement initiatives
• Monitor performance and use insights to improve communication outcomes

About You

• Proven experience in a Communications Manager, Senior Communications or similar leadership role
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering communication strategies, campaigns and stakeholder engagement initiatives
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, engaging content
• Experience managing websites, digital communications, publications and multi-channel communication programs
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders and deadlines
• Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to influence and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic thinking with practical delivery
• Experience within agriculture, horticulture, membership organisations, industry associations or similar environments will be highly regarded

Why You'll Love It

• Opportunity to shape communications for a thriving Australian industry
• Partner directly with an engaged and empowering CEO
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
• Collaborative, supportive and down-to-earth team culture
• Onsite parking and genuine flexibility
• Join an organisation embracing innovation, technology and new ways of working

We believe a diverse workplace is a happy workplace and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know how we can support you.