Strategic Media Lead - 12-Month Contract (Hybrid)

NIT; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 118,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $18,450

Flexible work arrangements

Cultural leave

Superannuation matching

Job summary

Oxfam Australia is seeking a Media Lead to drive our media strategy, strengthen public engagement, and amplify our voice on priority issues. You will lead proactive and reactive engagement, advise senior leaders, and build strong journalist relationships in Australia.

The role offers a 12-month hybrid (Melbourne or Sydney) contract, 35 hours per week, with a salary of AUD 131,067.71 plus super and salary packaging.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in media relations, strategic communications and delivering successful media campaigns.
• Proactive, adaptable and collaborative approach with commitment to Oxfam Australia’s values.
• Experience in strategic planning, budget management and supporting staff to achieve objectives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• Established relationships with Australian media outlets and journalists.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee Oxfam Australia’s annual media strategy to strengthen our public presence and amplify our impact.
• Plan and coordinate proactive and reactive media activities aligned with strategic priorities.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders on media engagement, reputation management and emerging issues.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists and media outlets to maximise coverage and influence.
• Support and nurture the work of the Media Advisor in relation to new media partners.
• Manage media responses during critical incidents with clear, timely communication.
• Oversee the media function and develop staff who report to the Media Lead; monitor performance and drive improvement.

Skills

Media relations

Strategic communications

Crisis communications

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Relationship building

Job description

Oxfam Australia is seeking a Media Lead to drive our media strategy, strengthen public engagement, and amplify our voice on priority issues. You will lead proactive and reactive engagement, advise senior leaders, and build strong journalist relationships in Australia.

The role offers a 12-month hybrid (Melbourne or Sydney) contract, 35 hours per week, with a salary of AUD 131,067.71 plus super and salary packaging.