Communications Specialist

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) seeks a senior communications professional to lead messaging for the Rural Generalist Fellowship Program and related member initiatives. You will work with the Marketing and Communications Manager in a small, collaborative team in Brisbane.

Requirements include a degree in communications or PR and 5+ years in a similar role, with strong writing, stakeholder management and crisis communications experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in communications, public relations or related field.
• 5+ years in a similar communications role.
• Strong ability to write, edit in clear, plain English across complex topics and audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead communications for the Rural Generalist Fellowship Program and translate training, assessment and policy changes into clear messaging for doctors at all stages.
• Support communications across broader member-facing and organisational projects.
• Develop tailored messaging for different stages of the training pathway, from entry through to Fellowship completion.
• Partner with education and training teams to ensure clarity and consistency across Fellowship communications.
• Provide high-quality writing, editing and guidance to lift team output.
• Support media enquiries and assist with crisis communications when needed.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Crisis communications

Strong writing

Strategic communications

Education

Degree in communications or PR

Job description

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine – Brisbane QLD

The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is Australia's only medical college dedicated to rural and remote medicine. As a member-based organisation, we set the standards and provide the support that keeps doctors working in some of the country's most underserved communities.

This is a senior communications role inside a small, collaborative team — leading projects across the ACRRM Rural Generalist Fellowship Program and our broader membership, working closely with the Marketing and Communications Manager.

What you’ll do

• Lead communications for the ACRRM Rural Generalist Fellowship Program, translating training, assessment and policy changes into clear, actionable messaging for doctors at all stages of training.
• Support communications across broader member-facing and organisational projects as required .
• Develop tailored messaging for different stages of the training pathway, from entry through to Fellowship completion.
• Partner with education and training teams to ensure clarity and consistency across Fellowship communications.
• Provide high-quality writing, editing and guidance to lift team output where needed.
• Support media enquiries and assist with crisis communications when needed.

What you'll bring

• Degree in communications, public relations or related field.
• 5+ years in a similar communications role.
• Strong ability to write, edit in clear, plain English across complex topics and audiences.
• Proven stakeholder relationship management across all levels, including senior executives.
• Strong critical thinking and confidence providing strategic communications advice.
• Experienced in crisis or reputation management is highly regarded.
• Background in general practice, Rural Generalist training, medical education or member-based organisations is a strong advantage.

As part of living our values, we are visionary, courageous, experts and inclusive. We respect, inspire and support each other and believe in an inclusive workplace reflective of the communities in which we live and serve. The College recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. People living with a disability, those from culturally diverse backgrounds and First Nations people are encouraged to apply. Where appropriate, reasonable workplace accommodations will be provided to ensure equal opportunities for all.

For further information and access to the position description and recruitment timeline visit the ACRRM website or contact Jess Lackner on*********@acrrm.org.au.

Applications close on 27 November 2026.