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Add expected salary to your profile for insightsAgeing Australia is the national peak body representing providers across the aged care landscape, including retirement living, seniors housing, residential care, home care, community care, and related services. We advocate for our members, providing expert advice, resources and tailored services to ensure they deliver exceptional care to older Australians.We are building a newly established marketing and communications department and we''re looking for a strategic and dynamic communicator to amplify our impact.About the roleThis is a senior leadership opportunity to shape and deliver a comprehensive, digital-first communications and engagement strategy for a national peak body.Reporting to the General Manager, Marketing & Communications, you will lead member communications, internal communications, publications, speechwriting, visual communications and change communications. You will oversee all communications channels, ensuring clarity, consistency and alignment with Ageing Australia''s strategic priorities.A core focus of the role is strengthening digital communications capability, evolving publications and content formats, and ensuring the communications function is equipped to operate effectively in an increasingly digital environment.You will work closely with the CEO, executive and senior leaders as a trusted adviser, providing high-quality speechwriting, briefings and thought leadership content, and supporting sensitive, complex and high-profile communications.Key responsibilitiesLead and inspire a team of communications professionals, fostering capability, collaboration and strong performanceDevelop and deliver a strategic, member-focused communications and engagement approachOversee internal communications to support organisational alignment, engagement and changeLead executive and CEO communications, including speechwriting, briefings and key messagingManage and evolve major publications, including Aged Care Today, newsletters and sector reports, with a strong digital-first lensProvide leadership on issues, crisis and reputational communicationsStrengthen digital capability, systems, tools and ways of working across the communications functionOversee graphic design and visual communications, ensuring brand alignment, accessibility and digital optimisationUse insights, data and feedback to continuously improve communications effectivenessWork collaboratively across the organisation to align messaging with business objectives and member needsFive weeks of paid annual leave to support balance and wellbeingAn annual professional development budget to invest in your growth and career progressionAn inclusive culture where communication, collaboration, and mutual respect are part of everyday lifeBe part of a values-driven organisation that truly cares about its people, its members, and the future of aged careMake a real impact in a sector that supports millions of AustraliansLead communications for a respected national peak bodyPlay a key role in a newly established, forward-looking Marketing & Communications departmentWork closely with senior leadership on sector-shaping issuesFlexible work location across any Ageing Australia officeAbout youYou are a senior communications leader who brings strategic judgement, calm leadership and a strong digital mindset. You will bring:Extensive experience leading communications functions in complex, member-based or regulated environmentsStrong executive advisory capability, including speechwriting and sensitive communicationsDemonstrated experience strengthening digital communications capability and practicesAbility to translate complex issues into clear, compelling and trusted messagesA collaborative leadership style that builds strong teams and relationshipsWe would love to hear from you if you are ready to lead communications that matter and help shape the future of ageing in Australia.We require federal police check as an essential selection component for this role, please consider this requirement when submitting your application.How to applyClick the "Apply" button and submit with your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?What is your expected salary?Job insightsUnlock insights into salary match, number of applicants, and skills match.Your application will include the following questions:Are you legally entitled to work in Australia? Please detail your minimum salary expectations (including super).Ageing Australia requires a criminal history check to be performed for its employees. Please indicate if you are willing to participate in this.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr