Executive Director Communications And Engagement

Are you a storyteller by nature, a leader with experience and a trusted advisor? Do you have what it takes to use your skills as an exceptional communications professional to create real change in Queensland? 

We want to hear from you!

After a recent organisational re-structure, QCOSS has established a stand-alone Communications and Engagement team that is ready to reach for the stars. We now need an exceptional leader to provide a cohesive communications strategy that enables the right stories, and the right messages to be shared in the right way to reach our target audiences. 

Relationships are at the core of everything we do, and our members are our partners in change making. In this role you’ll lead our strategy to build our social services movement through membership growth and Engagement. 

Whether it is via our digital platforms, our media presence, or events, in this role you’ll make sure we share our vision, build our power, and have a measurable impact.

About us:

QCOSS is Queensland’s peak body for the social service sector. Our vision is to achieve equality, opportunity, and wellbeing for every person, in every community. Our values are respect, optimism, and strength. We work with our sector, government, and other stakeholders to achieve meaningful change for Queensland.

About you:

To be successful in this position, you will be used to working in a fast-paced environment, have a passion for work that creates meaningful change, be an outstanding collaborator, and you seek to make a contribution through your career.  You will also have:

• relevant qualifications in communications, marketing, or related field with relevant demonstrated experience (min 10 years) including 5 years leadership experience to fulfil the requirements of the role
• substantial knowledge and experience in the tactical planning and delivery of innovative and contemporary communication and Engagement strategies aligned to the organisation’s priorities
• demonstrated significant experience executing strategies responding to internal and external stakeholder needs to deliver high impact campaigns, to acquire new and maintain sponsorships, and the capacity to bring creative and innovative ideas to enhance member recruitment and Engagement
• high level management and leadership capabilities to lead and inspire the Communications and Engagement team to achieve the organisation’s strategic vision and priorities, with proven experience providing coaching and development to employees with a focus on accountability for performance and outcomes
• exceptional problem solving, project management and interpersonal and negotiation skills 
• exceptional ability to produce high-quality written material including communication and campaign strategies, media, project proposals, and reports with the ability to translate information into accessible public information
• a strong understanding and commitment to the work of QCOSS and our commitment to social justice and the impact of campaigns on effecting social change. 

This is not just a job; this is an incredible opportunity to contribute to making an impact! 

What you will get:

We will offer you an exciting and rewarding full time position in a great place to work.

All this plus a competitive remuneration package including access to tax-effective salary packaging arrangement, of 12% and salary packaging benefits apply in addition to flexible work arrangements and a monthly rostered day off.

Find out more:   

The position description and selection criteria can be found on the QCOSS website at www.qcoss.org.au or by emailing: jobs@qcoss.org.au. If you require any further information or detail, please contact Aimee McVeigh Chief Executive Officer on (07) 3004 6900.

Don’t wait - Inspire Us and Apply Now!   

QCOSS is focused on hiring people who are adaptable and resilient, committed to teamwork and strong collaboration, and who share our values of respect, optimism, and strength. 

So, if this role resonates with you, please apply by providing a copy of your resume and a cover letter responding to the selection criteria (no more than 2 pages) by 5:00 pmFriday 15 March 2024.

Any application that does not address the selection criteria will not be considered.

Inclusion and diversity:

QCOSS is an inclusive employer.  We acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the traditional custodians of the land in which we live and work and, therefore, support their right of self-determination. 

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where employee diversity such as gender, age, culture, disability (physical or mental health), religion, sexual orientation is recognised and celebrated.

We encourage applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds and people with disability. 

We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches