Director of Strategic Communications & Media Relations

Sane; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Flexible working environment

Wellbeing leave days

Job summary

SANE Australia seeks a senior communications leader to set and deliver organisation-wide strategic communications, shaping narratives and protecting SANE's reputation across platforms.

Reporting directly to the Chief Communications and Engagement Officer, you will lead media relations, internal communications, issues management and crisis communications while mentoring a busy team in a flexible, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, or a related field.
• At least 7 years’ experience in a strategic or senior communications, public affairs or advocacy role.
• Significant experience leading a high performing team.
• Deep understanding of the Australian mental health system and diverse lived experience community.
• Exceptional spoken and written communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop SANE’s Communication Strategy to position SANE as a leading mental health organisation through clear messaging, high-quality content and strategic communications.
• Lead high-impact communications, media and public relations initiatives that support SANE’s strategic objectives.
• Develop effective organisational narratives that communicate SANE’s impact, expertise and strategic direction.
• Build and maintain relevant relationships across the media, mental health sector, community and industry.
• Provide leadership, coaching and day-to-day support to direct reports to build capability, wellbeing and performance.

Skills

Leadership & strategic communications

Media relations

Crisis communications

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, or a related field

Job description

SANE Australia seeks a senior communications leader to set and deliver organisation-wide strategic communications, shaping narratives and protecting SANE's reputation across platforms.

Reporting directly to the Chief Communications and Engagement Officer, you will lead media relations, internal communications, issues management and crisis communications while mentoring a busy team in a flexible, supportive environment.