Strategic Communications Lead - Hybrid, $130k+ + NFP Impact

Beaumont People; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Onsite parking

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Australian Macadamia Society in Brisbane is seeking a Communications Manager to lead communications across the Australian macadamia industry. Reporting to the CEO, you will refresh the communications strategy, strengthen member engagement and shape how AMS communicates with growers, researchers, industry partners and government stakeholders.

This role combines strategy with hands-on delivery across digital, print, media and stakeholder channels, including leading the launch of AMS's new website

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Communications Manager or similar leadership role.
• Experience developing and delivering communication strategies and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Strong writing and editing skills translating technical information into clear content.
• Experience managing websites, digital communications, publications and multi-channel programs.
• Strong project management skills balancing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent relationship-building and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Hands-on yet strategic approach to delivery.
• Experience in agriculture, horticulture, or industry associations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Refresh and deliver AMS's communications strategy and member engagement approach
• Lead the launch and ongoing management of the AMS website
• Plan and deliver communications across digital, print, media and stakeholder channels
• Create and coordinate content including e-newsletters, publications, member communications and social media
• Translate technical and industry information into clear, engaging communications
• Support media relations, advocacy communications and executive communications
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to develop content and campaigns
• Manage communications projects, suppliers, budgets and key deliverables
• Lead communications for industry events, conferences and engagement initiatives
• Monitor performance and use insights to improve communication outcomes

Skills

Communications leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Content development

Website management

Multichannel comms

Project management

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Job description

Australian Macadamia Society in Brisbane is seeking a Communications Manager to lead communications across the Australian macadamia industry. Reporting to the CEO, you will refresh the communications strategy, strengthen member engagement and shape how AMS communicates with growers, researchers, industry partners and government stakeholders.

This role combines strategy with hands-on delivery across digital, print, media and stakeholder channels, including leading the launch of AMS's new website