Communications Manager
Craft Australia is the national peak advocacy organisation for contemporary craft and design. An attractive opportunity exists to join the organisation as the Communications Manager. This person will lead the national communications, marketing, and media strategy to build awareness of the craft and design sector and raise the profile of the organisation to members and stakeholders.
Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a communications strategy that proactively supports and enhances the key objectives of Craft Australia. You are responsible for brand identity, advertising, communication, the website and data and statistical analysis. With a key focus on keeping stakeholders well informed, you will build and maintain open relationships with all stakeholders including the media, commercial partners, and subscribers. A strategic thinker with an excellent understanding of the key issues associated with an arts advocacy organisation, you will develop and implement a communications strategy and manage staff to assist with its delivery.
You are a team player with a passion and initiative for developing and executing successful communication strategies and can demonstrate your ability to build solid working relationships. High level critical thinking, creative writing, presentation and interpersonal skills are essential, as are strong budget management skills.
You will need excellent project management and web based communication skills including measurement, analysis and reporting capabilities. To achieve these goals you will have at least five years experience in a high level communication position and relevant tertiary qualification.
The salary package for the position is $ 65,000 – 68,000 per annum. The position is offered on a three year contract basis renewable pending triennial funding. This is a full time position; however, hours may be negotiated.
Applications close COB Friday 27 March.
Further information is available on the Craft Australia website www.craftaustralia.org.au or contact Catrina Vignando, General Manager, Craft Australia on 02 6273 0088 or email [email protected]
