The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) is the national, professional body representing, educating and connecting Australia's vibrant community of nurses. At ACN, we're proud of our diverse and dynamic workforce and are looking for similarly dedicated individuals to join our team.
We are committed to high performing teams, which is why ACN offers:
Dynamic, fast-paced working environment with a results-driven team Hybrid work environment Fantastic range of employee benefits, monthly ADO, 10 Days of Christmas Shutdown leave each year, and many more!! With a strong focus on 'Shaping Health, Advancing Nursing' – improving the careers of nurses and subsequently the quality of patient care in the community – you can be sure that you are joining an organisation that makes a positive impact.
So if you are looking to be part of a high performing team within an affirmative and learning based culture, ACN is looking for you!
Responsible for developing and implementing effective media and public relations strategies that support our policy and advocacy objectives.
To be considered for this exciting role, you will need to meet the following selection criteria and demonstrate how you meet these in a covering letter:
Please note applications that do not include a cover letter addressing all the selection criteria and a CV will not be considered.
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated experience providing communications advice on a wide range of complex policy, public affairs, parliamentary and political matters gained in the office of an MP or Senator, membership organisation, public service, or other organisations. Knowledge of Australian politics – Federal, State and Territory. Established media contacts and/or the ability to develop media contacts in the health portfolios at Federal and State level and in sector media outlets. Experience in the processes of planning, organising, and implementing communication strategies and media announcements for a Minister or MP, public service, member organisation, non-government, or private sector executive. Ability to manage and prioritise complex projects under tight deadlines, while exercising a high level of analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to exercise high-level judgement, professional integrity, discretion, and maintain strict confidentiality. Sound knowledge of the Australian parliamentary and policy processes. Experience in rapidly absorbing complex material to develop clear and concise communications, announcements, speeches, briefings, or correspondence for broad and diverse audiences. Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders
Please note: this is a permanent full-time position. Whilst applications for this position will close at 4:00pm Friday 8 November 2024, they will be assessed as received and the successful applicant may be selected prior to the closing date.
First Nations People are encouraged to apply.
For enquiries or to request a copy of the position description, please email [email protected] ACN is committed to ensuring the health and safety of those who attend our premises. This includes accepting responsibility to provide, so far as is reasonably practicable, a workplace that is safe and without risk to health for all team members, and members of the broader community. ACN requires all employees to have received both COVID-19 vaccinations (or an approved medical exemption) in line with the state based government vaccination mandates or by April 2022 for all team members, all new employees joining ACN must also meet this requirement. If you have any questions or concerns about how this may impact you, please reach out to us to discuss this further.