Address Utilise your expertise to bring a Public Relations focus to Lifeblood’s media output supporting our campaigns and activations
Full-time, fixed-term position with the possibility of becoming permanent
Sydney location preferred with WFH flexibility
Discover life-giving possibilities
Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: to give life. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.
About the role
The Media and PR Manager is part of a dynamic national media team that is also responsible for internal and external communication from the Office of the Chief Executive. You will be expected to deliver a strong Public Relations focus to media output, in particular, supporting Media and marketing campaigns and activations. The role will work closely with the Media Manager NSW/ACT,, to manage media events and opportunities, to support donor centre staff and our spokespeople with media opportunities across both states, but particularly in the Sydney area.
As Media and PR Manager, you will also work closely with the Senior Media Manager, Content and Campaigns, to drive brand awareness through earned media opportunities. Based in Sydney, where a large proportion of the national media content is generated, the role will work with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders including journalists and producers, PR agencies, donor centre staff and spokespeople, senior leadership team, the Executive, as well as specialist teams across other parts of the organisation, such as the brand team or Lifeblood’s milk service.
Sound interesting? As Media and PR Manager, you will have:
Bachelor’s degree level qualifications in communication, journalism or Public Relations or relevant work experience
Minimum five years’ demonstrated experience
Experience working in or with PR agencies
Experience in developing and executing PR and communication strategies and plans
Story search and identification skills, as well as storytelling skills
Proven ability to advise on, develop and implement media strategies in the achievement of organisational objectivesExperience executing and managing media calls
Proven ability to influence stakeholders to interact effectively and responsibly with media
Excellent media relations skills and experience briefing and coaching spokespeople
Experience in providing strategic advice and support to leaders and colleagues
Highly developed ability to work to deadline, often juggling competing demands
A mature approach and understanding of the sensitivities of Lifeblood’s work, including the privacy of donors, recipients, and their families.
Excellent consulting and problem-solving skills
This is a full-time, fixed-term position until May 2025 with the possibility to become permanent. It is a hybrid role based in Sydney with work from home flexibility. You will have the option of working out of our Sydney Processing Centre one or more days per week if desired.
Thrive in a diverse culture that cares for your wellbeing
We’re a diverse and inclusive bunch. We’re proud to foster an environment where all people can come together to achieve their very best. Whether it’s workplace safety or work/life balance, we look after our employees’ varying needs. As part of the Lifeblood team, you’ll have access to a generous salary packaging program, plus a great range of rewards like discounts on insurance, groceries, food & beverage, department stores, travel, and more.
Excited to join us? Apply now and discover a career filled with life-giving possibilities.
Next steps
When it comes to recruitment we like to move fast, this means we progress suitable candidates through the hiring process as soon as we can.
You’ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed.
If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out to us.
For further details on this position, please contact Tayler Dobbs on ******@redcrossblood.org.au
*Please note, we cannot accept application via email so please apply online if interested
This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Engagement team. We won’t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.
