Communications Lead

The Communication Lead works across the organisation to deliver internal and external media, communications, and marketing activities to ensure the promotion of TBYS’s achievements across multiple communication channels. The Communications Lead will work closely with members of the Executive Team and will collaborate extensively across the organisation.

We are excited to welcome this newly established role to our organisation. 

How will you experience success with us?

• You will hold a tertiary Qualification in Marketing, Communications, Media, or a related discipline and / or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Proven track record in working with media, fielding enquiries, developing responses and managing media relationships and other stakeholders.
• Exceptional writing skills and experience producing compelling content across diverse media platforms. 
• Experience devising, implementing, managing and evaluating media and communication strategies.
• Highly developed communication skills with the ability to develop strong working relationships both internally and externally, including an ability to develop and present information in clear, easy to understand language appropriate for the intended audience.
• Ability to work collaboratively, work autonomously when appropriate, consult appropriately and respond to direction in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to utilise data both quantitative and qualitative to tell stories of impact.
• Demonstrated high level initiative and problem-solving capability.
• Well-developed organisational skills with the capacity to manage conflicting priorities.

How do we keep you smiling?

• Hybrid working arrangement available
• Competitive Salary with generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $15,900 a year as well as Entertainment Benefits of up to $2,650 enabling you to optimise your take home pay.
• Thorough orientation and dedicated monthly check-ins with your Mgr
• 12 days personal leave per year (pro rata)
• 3 days Life Leave per year (pro rata)
• Hour of Power
• Paid Parental leave top up
• Dedicated training budget for professional development.
• Supportive workplace culture
• Monthly Celebration morning tea
• Bring your dog to work day!

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the development and delivery of Communication that raises TBYS’s profile cohesively. This includes fielding media requests and facilitating responses; assisting to maintain key organisational messages, statistics, content, and positioning statements. 
2. Provision of daily media monitoring and reporting, including social media, to identify opportunities for TBYS exposure or required comment.
3. Develop and implement the internal communications plan in conjunction with the Executive Team, ensuring consistent messaging is delivered across the organisation.
4. Assist with the development and execution of media needs across TBYS, including maintaining the currency of information on the TBYS website, social media and print collateral.
5. Identify, establish and maintain traditional and digital communication materials, and relationships with media to ensure TBYS initiatives, programs, activities and events are accurately promoted.
6. Provide support on key priorities and major projects of the Executive Team, including stakeholder and community engagement, campaigns, media events, and corporate partnerships.
7. Utilise relevant data obtained from TBYS systems and client feedback to capture the stories of our young people.
8. Developing and editing tender applications in conjunction with the CEO and Executive Team. 
9. Provide event management support as requested.
10. Maintain a media contact list and enquiries log; compile media activity reports, including social media and media mentions.
11. Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with other staff across TBYS.
12. Co-ordinate and produce the TBYS Annual Report and other key public facing documentation.
13. Other duties consistent with the position where required and/or requested by the Executive Team or Board of Management.