Job Category: Communication & Marketing Services
The Leukaemia Foundation is seeking a seasoned PR professional with experience and passion for the not-for-profit sector to join our team to support in driving our strategy in improving outcomes for Australians diagnosed with blood cancer.
You will have demonstrated experience in building and maintaining key media relationships, with the ability to maintain strong relationships with ambassadors and blood cancer advocates.
Job DescriptionYou will have the opportunity to: Partner and work with the Senior PR & Ambassador Manager to mobilise the media plan in alignment with the Foundation's organisational priorities and strategic deliverables.Negotiate and secure quality on-message media coverage; taking the lead on various proactive and reactive media engagement.Assist in driving the PR for large-scale campaigns including World's Greatest Shave.Support stakeholder engagement including working with Ambassadors and blood cancer advocates to increase awareness.Support media events and launches including case study and spokesperson liaison.Does this sound like you? At least 5 years of experience operating in a similar role.Demonstrable experience in media engagement; building media relationships and negotiating and securing media coverage.Proven experience and success in ambassador engagement.Strong communication skills; both verbal and written.Strong attention to detail.What we offer A collaborative, innovative and supportive team culture.Ongoing training and development.Generous salary packaging up to $15,900 and entertainment card.Paid parental leave.What you will be proud of Being part of an organisation that is not only on the path to help cure and conquer every blood cancer (including Leukaemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma), but is committed to ensuring 100% access to the right information, the best treatments, the latest trials, tests and diagnostic tools; and the best supportive care to help people not just to survive - but also to live well. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that continues to reflect the community we support. We strongly encourage people from all cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Friday 7 November 2024 If you're interested in this exciting role, please apply with a one-page cover letter and your CV.
If you would like to find out more about this career opportunity prior to applying, or to view a copy of the position description, please contact the recruitment team: ******
The successful applicant will be required to undergo reference, police, COVID-19 vaccination and VEVO checks as part of the selection process.
We will be shortlisting and interviewing as we receive applications and may appoint the right candidate ahead of the closing date.
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