Executive Director, Campaigns, Media & Communications

ACTU Member Connect Pty; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

Queensland Council of Unions is seeking a Director – Campaigns, Media and Communications in Brisbane. The role leads a team to shape the public voice of working people across Queensland, translating priorities into impactful campaigns and influencing decision-makers.

You will drive media strategy, digital engagement and stakeholder relations to strengthen the union movement. The position is full-time, Brisbane-based with statewide travel and the potential for flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Senior experience in developing and delivering integrated campaigns across media, digital, organising, advertising, research and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, delivery and evaluation of integrated campaigns on workplace rights, wages, safety and social justice.
• Translate priorities into worker-led campaigns that mobilise workers, support affiliates and influence decision-makers.
• Oversee proactive and reactive media strategy, speechwriting, briefings and crisis communications.
• Grow digital reach, engagement and worker mobilisation through compelling content and audience insights.

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Job description

Queensland Council of Unions is seeking a Director – Campaigns, Media and Communications in Brisbane. The role leads a team to shape the public voice of working people across Queensland, translating priorities into impactful campaigns and influencing decision-makers.

You will drive media strategy, digital engagement and stakeholder relations to strengthen the union movement. The position is full-time, Brisbane-based with statewide travel and the potential for flexible working arrangements.