Communications Specialist

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is Australia’s only medical college dedicated to rural and remote medicine. This senior communications role leads projects across the Rural Generalist Fellowship Program and our broader membership, working closely with the Marketing and Communications Manager.

You will translate training, assessment and policy changes into clear, actionable messaging for doctors at all stages, while supporting broader member-facing communications and

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a similar communications role.
• Strong ability to write and edit in clear, plain English.
• Experience with crisis communications and reputation management.
• Background in member-based organisations or medical education is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead communications for the Rural Generalist Fellowship Program, translating training, assessment and policy changes into messaging for doctors at all stages.
• Support communications across member-facing and organisational projects as required.
• Develop tailored messaging for different stages of the training pathway, from entry 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

Writing & Editing

Stakeholder management

Strategic communications

Crisis management

Critical thinking

Education

Degree in communications or PR

Job description

You've spent years making complex information land clearly. You know how to take a brief, find the angle, and see it through.

About us

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 [e-mail].