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Communications Community Engagement CoordinatorPosted: 17/04/2025Closing Date: 09/05/2025Job Type: Fixed Term - Full TimeLocation: Sydney, NSWJob Category: EngagementMdecins Sans Frontires/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by conflict, epidemics, disasters or exclusion from healthcare. MSFs actions are guided by medical ethics and the principles of impartiality, independence and neutrality.Benefits of working with MSF AustraliaFlexible & hybrid working arrangementsSalary packaging plus insurance benefits & allowancesAnnual salary & Performance reviewAnnual individual training budget & LinkedIn learning licenceEmployee Assistance ProgramStrong culture of diversity and inclusionAdditional leave & purchased leave optionsMonthly Friday afternoons off!ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Media & Public Relations Manager, this 12-month parental leave contract will facilitate impactful engagements that raise awareness and inspire action to support MSF Australia and New Zealands organisational objectives across brand, fundraising, recruitment, advocacy, and awareness.Managing a part-time Events specialist, you will coordinate MSFs representation at events, manage speaker requests, foster stakeholder relationships, and provide training to support speakers. Your accountabilities will include hosting events, creating internal newsletters, budget management, reporting, as well as developing continuous process improvement and providing input for community engagement strategies.Collaborating closely with internal and global MSF communications teams, you will manage annual events calendars that facilitate meaningful interaction with key audiences.What you will bringTo be successful in this impactful role, you will enjoy networking and have a flair for moderating events. Ideally, you will be motivated by working in a humanitarian aid organisation and can demonstrate:Experience in public engagements, preferably within the not-for-profit sectorProven experience in presentation design and delivery, and confidence with public speakingBudget management and financial tracking experienceStrong organisational skills for multitasking and meeting deadlinesExcellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skillsProject management skillsAbility to problem-solve and make decisions under pressureApplicationsSelect the Apply button and upload your resume and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on receipt.At MSF Australia, we believe the following five values form the foundations of our culture Transparency, Respect, Understanding of Diversity, Stepping In, and Collaboration.We value T.R.U.S.T as an essential element to how we operate and believe that these organisational values flow from this trust that we build.MSF Australia (MSFA) is committed to developing diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace and fostering a culture of belonging for all our staff. We believe that a diverse workforce helps us better achieve our social mission of providing aid without agenda. We strongly encourage First Nations peoples, people from LGBTQIA+ communities, people from diverse cultures and language groups, and people who live with a disability to apply. We invite all requests for a reasonable adjustment to the recruitment process if this will support your application. For more information, call or email MSFA Human Resources on +61 2 8570 609 or MSFAOfficeRecruitment@sydney.msf.org.MSF Australia has a Child Protection Policy and COVID-19 vaccination policy in place; all employees are required to comply with these policies.In support of the Child Protection Policy, a criminal background check will be required during the recruitment process for selected candidates. A criminal record will not automatically preclude anyone from the position they have been selected for. #J-18808-Ljbffr