Communications Manager

National Museum of Australia; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

National Museum of Australia in Canberra seeks an EL1 Communications Manager to lead Media & Communications and oversee the Social Media team. You will work with the Head of Public Affairs to develop and deliver strategic media plans, manage media relations, and craft compelling content to promote the Museum’s work and achievements.

You will coordinate communications campaigns, provide media training, and ensure safety and compliance while supporting a positive public profile for the Museum.

Qualifications

• Be an Australian citizen.
• Undergo pre-employment checks, including a police record check.
• Hold or be eligible to hold a security clearance as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate and deliver media, social media and communications activities for the Office of the Director.
• Provide strategic media advice to Head Public Affairs and business units.
• Write media releases, talking points, and background documents reflecting key messaging.

Skills

Media relations

Strategic communications

Social media management

Content creation

Crisis communication

Job description

National Museum of Australia – Canberra ACT

The Museum has an exciting opportunity for a communications professional to join Public Affairs, Office of the Director as an EL1 Communications Manager, to manage the Media & Communications work and oversee the Social Media team.

The key duties of the position include:

This position supports the Office of the Director in the development, coordination and delivery of media, social media and communications activities.

Working with the Head of Public Affairs you will:

• Provide Strategic Media Advice: Offer trusted high-level communications guidance to Head Public Affairs and business units including ability to manage complex media issues and cultural sensitivities.
• Manage the Museum’s Image: Write and execute media and social media plans that enhance public understanding of the Museum’s work.
• Media Relations and Briefings: Write media releases, talking points, and background documents reflecting key messaging.
• Identify and Leverage Media Opportunities: Strong understanding of the media landscape and ability to proactively identify and pursue media and social media opportunities to promote the Museum’s work and achievements.
• Oversee Social Media Engagement: Manage a high-performing social media team to deliver strategic, coordinated communications campaigns that reinforce the Museum’s reputation.
• Content Creation: Create compelling narratives and engaging content for media and social media that resonate with key audiences.
• Media Training and Support: Provide media training to staff, ensuring they are prepared for interviews and public appearances.
• Commitment to Work Health and Safety (WH&S): Actively support a positive safety culture, following the Museum’s WHS policies and procedures, and complying with reasonable instructions to ensure alignment with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for this vacancy, applicants must:

• be an Australian citizen
• undergo pre-employment checks, including a police record check
• hold or be eligible to hold a security clearance at the level specified in the position description.

The National Museum of Australia is an equal employment opportunity workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for roles at the Museum.

The Museum is committed to ensuring a child-safe and child-friendly environment.All employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to, and support for, these principles, in theory and practice.

Notes

Applicants must include a 2 page pitch addressing their suitability for the role against the essential and desirable Skills, experience and qualifications. Applicants must also provide a resume and contact details for 2 referees.

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. If you require, or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the Contact Officer for this position.

Getting to know the National Museum of Australia

The National Museum of Australia is recognised at home and around the world as the place where the story of Australia comes alive. The Museum is the only institution equipped to tell the complex and comprehensive story of Australia from 65,000 years ago to the present day. The story of Australia is a remarkable one, from the ancient and enduring histories of the world’s oldest living cultures to the achievements of modern Australia.

It is a story that is ever evolving and growing – and it is a story for a nation and for the world. Our vision and mission

• The Museum inspires, challenges and empowers people to find their voice and place in the world.
• We strive to build a just and equitable society that honours and respects the

First Nations peoples of this continent and all who have come after.

• We collect, document, research and make accessible heritage collections that represent the diversity of experience in Australia.
• We engage with audiences physically and digitally to promote learning, dialogue and debate about our past, present and future.
• We promote collaborative work across the breadth of artistic and creative practice to enhance the cultural life of our nation.
• We value and respect the commitment and contribution of all who participate in and contribute to the Museum’s community.
• The National Museum of Australia brings to life the rich and diverse stories of Australia through compelling objects, ideas and events.

For more information, visit the NMA website.