Director Communications, Media, Publishing and ShopSkip to content
$127,226 - $138,677 + 15.4% superannuation
About Communications, Events and Publishing
The Communications, Media, Publishing and Shop (CMPS) team are part of the AIATSIS Partnerships and Engagement Group. The CMPS team is a multi-disciplinary team that manages the communications, media, social media, speechwriting, website, graphic design and publishing activities of the Institute. The team provides strategic advice across the Institute, including but not limited to communications, media and multimedia production, marketing, brand management and design, web content production and publishing. We place Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices and perspectives as central to everything that we do. The team oversee the AIATSIS brand and website, co-ordinate content production and promotional campaigns across a range of channels, deliver the Australian Aboriginal Studies journal, and publish books through Aboriginal Studies Press. We are proud to tell the story of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australia and be part of a nation that has the world's oldest continuing cultures. We value creativity and are driven to inform, educate and transform.
About the Role
The Director of Communications, Media, Publishing and Shop (CMPS) leads the team that is responsible for the management of communications, media, publishing and shop activities of the Institute. The Director leads strategic communication activities, is the first point of contact for external stakeholders and builds mutually beneficial relationships with both internal and external stakeholders that centre the voices and perspectives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The CMPS team develops content for use across web, corporate documents, marketing and event material. This position reports to the Executive Director, Partnerships and Engagement Group. In collaboration with colleagues across the Institute and client areas, you will have a key role in helping the Institute to elevate its public image.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
possess excellent written skills across diverse formats such as, but not limited to, briefs, speaking notes, speeches, letters, media releases and web articles.be a trusted adviser to the senior leadership team on strategic communications, media management, and opportunities as they develop, with a focus on building reputation and elevating profile.plan, coordinate and implement communication and media activities for the Executive leadership team and other senior leadership team members. Provide support and advice on communication strategies, messaging and positioning.work closely with the Executive Director of Partnerships and Engagement Group, and AIATSIS CEO's Office for all media engagement and opportunities.work closely with Directors across AIATSIS, to develop, implement and manage communication plans and strategies across all areas of the Institute.identify and pursue media opportunities and coverage for AIATSIS and for the AIATSIS publishing arm, Aboriginal Studies Press.build positive relationships with media organisations and journalists to maximise the reach and impact of messaging by AIATSIS.ensure that external messaging is in line with the strategic objectives and organisational goals of AIATSIS.oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of media engagement process for AIATSIS. Work with the team to monitor media for coverage, trends, and public sentiment, escalating issues to management when necessary.oversee the production of relevant content of all types and formats including media releases, alerts, social media, talking points, Q&As, briefing documents, speeches and public notices among others, for use across all media: traditional, social, digital media, and the web.oversee the production of the Australian Aboriginal Studies journal.oversee the AIATSIS brand and website, co-ordinate content production and promotional campaigns across a range of channels.oversee the publication of books through Aboriginal Studies Press.Cultural Capability
Roles at AIATSIS require candidates to have an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and proven culturally appropriate engagement and communications skills. The nature of this role requires the candidate to consistently demonstrate the following specific cultural capabilities:
understands Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business within the Institute and the outcomes the Institute is responsible for delivering.shows respect for the contribution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, knowledge and materials when designing and undertaking projects.engages and negotiates in good faith to benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.has the capability to incorporate Indigenous voices, experiences and perspectives in the work produced.AIATSIS embodies Yindyamarra in everything we do
Our Ideal Candidate
To be successful in this role, you will have well developed stakeholder engagement skills, proven capability to lead a team and exceptional writing and communications experience. You will come with the following skills, experience and attributes:
highly skilled and experienced communicator, with the ability to support and facilitate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to share and tell their stories.skilled and experienced writer who can adapt language and key messages to engage different audiences.skilled and experienced manager/ leader, with a demonstrated ability to manage/ lead /mentor a team in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing work priorities.excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with diverse stakeholders, internally and externally.well-organised, with the ability to work under pressure, often in a fast-paced environment, and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.work without supervision, be proactive and take responsibility for completing tasks within agreed timeframes.strong media experience, including working with external media teams, with a track record of securing impactful media opportunities.highly developed research and writing skills, with the ability to use diverse sources to find information and fact check.results driven and understand the importance of working within a team.demonstrated ability to manage marketing and social media activities.ability to create media and communications strategies and content as well as associated resources such as media kits, and corporate material.strong work ethic is essential and, as a member of a close-knit team, outstanding teamwork skills, adaptability and collaboration will be key.What we offer We understand that you will work best when you have a healthy work-life balance and can attend to your family commitments. That is why we offer,
• Great salary conditions
• Competitive leave entitlements, including 20 days annual leave, 18 days personal leave, Cultural, ceremonial and NAIDOC leave, up to 18 weeks parental leave, and the ability to purchase extra leave.
• Health benefits including, reimbursements for health promotion activities, eye health and flu vaccinations.
• For eligible employees, generous study leave, course fee and materials assistance, to undertake relevant accredited study.
• Paid leave during end of year shutdown
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