Media & Advocacy Specialist

Baulkham Hills - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Fast-paced friendly and energetic team with great culture
Drive PR and media campaigns that will change lives and attitudes
Share stories about the people issues and communities BaptistCare supports

AtBaptistCare people are at the heart of everything we do. As our newMedia & Advocacy Specialistyoullplay a pivotal role in shaping conversations that matterfrom aged care reform to community housing domestic and family violence volunteering and more. Working nationally across NSW ACT WA SA VIC and TAS youll partner with ourMedia Communications andAdvocacy teams as well assenior leaders to craft campaigns build media impact and help influence public debate and policyensuring the voices of our customers and communities are heard where they matter most.

About the role:

Thisisntyour standard comms gig. This isnational advocacy and media with purpose.

As our Media & Advocacy Specialistyoullsupportbuildand protect the reputation ofBaptistCarewhile helping to advance our advocacy closely with the Media & PR Manager the Head of Media & Communications and the Advocacy team to activate PR media and advocacy strategies across the country.

One day you might be writing a media release on aged care funding reform the nextyoullbe packaging up stories of women experiencing domestic and familyviolence orpitching a thought leadership piece on the future of housing shaping narratives that matter creating campaigns that influence decision-makers and helping ensure the voices of our customers and staff are heard where it counts.

Youllcontribute to media and public affairs opportunities draft campaign messaging and briefing notes and support senior leaders in their advocacy work with government and sector play a role in supporting local teams to grabhyper-local advocacy opportunities ensuring their voices are amplified through smart communication and media strategies.

Youllbe at your best whenitsbusy juggling priorities and driving conversations that lead to change. And yes like all PRyoullsometimes take those after-hours calls butyoullbe backed by a supportive team that works hard and laughs harder.

This is amaximumtermfor up to 12 months part (4 days/wk)national role working across NSW ACT WA SAVICand TAS. This isa fantastic opportunity to be part of a friendly purpose-driven team making a difference every day. Some travel may berequired.

We are also recruiting athree-day week Media & role might be great for you.

Why Join Us

At BaptistCare we value our employees and foster a positive inclusive work environment. We offer competitive salaries tax-free salary packaging up to $18550* discounted gym memberships and novated car leasing. Enjoy work-life balance with flexible arrangements and additional leave options. Benefit from our health and wellbeing initiatives including free counselling spiritual support and nutrition advice. Advance your career with study assistance up to $3000 per year and access to learning and development programs and courses like LinkedIn Learning!

About you:

Formal qualifications or equivalent experience in PR communications journalism political science or a related field.

At least 5 years experience ina media PR advocacy or public affairs role ideally in a not-for-profit or social policy environment.

Strong writing and storytelling skillsfrom campaign messaging to op-eds from briefing notes to compelling human stories.

Solid grasp of the media and political landscape with the ability to tailor messages for journalists government sector leaders and communities.

Experience in issues and crisis management; responsive thoughtful and fast.

Knowledge of government processes or experience influencing policy debates is a big plus.

AI Yep you use this carefully as a thinking partner to spark ideas optimise your work and streamline the boring stuff while always applying good judgment to keep our voice and values front and centre.

Highly organised energetic and confident;you thrive on multiple priorities and tight deadlines.

Natural relationship builder acrossstakeholders includingmediaemployeescustomersand community.

Team player to your core but also able to drive your own projects end-to-end.

Ready to help shape the future ofBaptistCare Apply now and join an organisation where your work truly matters!

As part of your application please include or provide links to two writing samples.

About Us
We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally asBaptistCare. As a for purpose Christian care organisation we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Across Act NSW SA Vic & WABaptistCareemploys over 12000 dedicated employees and support over 38000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be with people right at the centre.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. The closing date is subject to change without notice.

Successful candidates will be subject to a variety of background checks including a national criminal history check reference checks and if applicable WWCC NDIS worker screening check and a pre-employment medical.

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Recruitment Agencies: Please note this position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfullyrequestthat recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Thank you.

Required Experience:

Fast-paced friendly and energetic team with great culture Drive PR and media campaigns that will change lives and attitudes Share stories about the people issues and communities BaptistCare supportsAtBaptistCare people are at the heart of everything we do. As our newMedia & Advocacy Specialistyoull...