Marketing & Communications Manager– NCFH

Hamilton | National Centre Farmer Health

Part Time - Fixed Term - December 31, 2027

Join a values driven organisation making a real difference

$44.0302 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Advantages

Build Your Career. Make a Real Difference.

Are you a strategic marketing and communications leader with a passion for creating meaningful impact? Join the National Centre for Farmer Health (NCFH) as the Marketing & Communications Manager, where you'll lead the development and delivery of marketing, communications, and brand strategies that promote programs, research, and services supporting the health, wellbeing, and safety of Australian farmers.

This is an opportunity for someone who thrives on strategic thinking, creative leadership, and building strong stakeholder relationships. You'll work with industry partners, farming communities, and external creative providers to deliver engaging, audience-focused communications that strengthen NCFH's profile and advance its mission of improving the lives of farming communities across Australia.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Marketing & Communications Manager, you'll provide strategic leadership across:

Marketing Strategy & Campaign Leadership —
Lead the development, implementation, and annual review of the NCFH Marketing and Communications Strategy, delivering integrated campaigns across digital, social media, website, events, and traditional channels that align with organisational priorities and achieve measurable outcomes.

Strategic Communications & Stakeholder Advice —
Provide expert communications advice to the leadership team, researchers, and program staff, translating complex research and health information into clear, engaging, and audience-focused communications for farming and rural communities.

Brand Management & Content Development —
Act as the custodian of the NCFH brand, ensuring consistent messaging, tone, and visual identity across all communication channels while overseeing the creation of high-quality content, including newsletters, reports, case studies, promotional materials, and digital communications.

Digital Presence & Agency Management —
Oversee and optimise NCFH's website and social media presence while managing relationships with external marketing, public relations, social media, and creative agencies to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

Leadership & Relationship Building —
Lead, mentor, and support the Marketing & Communications Coordinator while building strong, collaborative relationships with internal teams,



industry stakeholders, community partners, and external service providers.

Performance, Budget & Continuous Improvement —
Manage the marketing and communications budget, monitor campaign performance using data and insights, and drive continuous improvement to maximise the impact and effectiveness of NCFH's communications and engagement activities.

What You Bring

- Demonstrated experience developing and implementing strategic marketing and communications plans
- Proven ability to lead integrated, multi-channel marketing campaigns that deliver measurable outcomes
- Strong brand management skills, ensuring consistent messaging across multiple audiences and platforms
- Experience building effective relationships with internal stakeholders, industry partners, and external agencies
- Expertise in digital marketing, including website, social media, and content management
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into engaging, audience-focused content
- Strong project, budget, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Analytical skills, a continuous improvement mindset, and an understanding of rural and agricultural communities

Why Join Western District Health Service?

About Us

Western District Health Service (WDHS) is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred healthcare to communities across the Southern Grampians and Glenelg Shire. As the region’s largest employer employing over 1000 people, we provide a comprehensive range of acute inpatient, residential aged care, and community health services, supported by a strong culture of teamwork, community connection, and excellence in rural health delivery.

We are proud to foster a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace for our staff, consumers, and visitors, guided by our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy.

Discover Life in Hamilton

Located in the heart of Victoria’s Southern Grampians region, Hamilton offers the perfect blend of career opportunity and lifestyle. With a welcoming community of around 10,000 people (serving a broader catchment of 16,500),



it’s an ideal place to build your career while enjoying a relaxed, regional way of life.

From the stunning landscapes of the Grampians National Park to nearby coastal gems including Warrnambool, Port Fairy and Portland — plus local wineries and outdoor experiences — Hamilton provides an enviable work/life balance.

To learn more about WDHS, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/about-us/
To explore the region, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/home/careers/community-information/

What we offer:

- Opportunities for growth opportunities and development
- Supportive team environment and strong clinical leadership
- Access to ongoing education and professional development
- A workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging
- Meaningful work making a difference in rural health outcomes

Interested?

For more information, view the position description at link.

For a confidential discussion, contact Cecelia Fitzgerald, Manager Business Development & Industry Engagement: 55518447 or ***************@wdhs.net.

How to Apply

To apply via our careers page, commence your application by completing the form below and selecting “Next” to continue.

If applying through SEEK, simply click “Apply” and follow the prompts.

Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications close: Sunday 9th August 2026
Applications will be reviewed as received — early applications are encouraged, as the role may close once filled.

Western District Health Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and culturally safe workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We embrace fair and transparent recruitment practices and recognise the unique strengths, experiences and perspectives people bring from all walks of life.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.

If you require support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team on 55518225 — we’re here to ensure you can participate fully and comfortably.

Successful applicants will be required to hold (or be willing to obtain) a current National Criminal Police Check. Depending on the role, a Working with Children Check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check may also be required. Compliance with WDHS immunisation and vaccination requirements is a condition of employment.

📌 NCFH Marketing & Communications Manager (Hamilton)
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