About the role

The Media and Communications Officer plays a pivotal role in supporting the Foundation team in delivering the General Sir John Monash Foundation's mission to identify, support, and develop outstanding Australian leaders. The role provides end-to-end operational and administrative support across the Foundation. Event management is a key focus of this role. The Media and Communications Officer is a key member of a small, collaborative team, responsible for strengthening the Foundation's profile, communications and stakeholder engagement, and supporting its ambition to become a world-leading and self-sustaining postgraduate scholarship and leadership organisation. This role reports to the CEO but will also take day to day direction from other members of the executive team.

Key responsibilities

- Develop and deliver communications and marketing initiatives that enhance the Foundation's profile, reputation and stakeholder engagement.

- Lead the development and production of the Foundation's Annual Report, Impact Report and other key publications.

- Create and manage content across digital, social media, email and print channels.

- Deliver targeted communications campaigns for applicants, scholars, alumni, donors, supporters and partners.

- Prepare media releases, articles, newsletters, presentations and promotional materials.

- Support media relations and identify opportunities to promote the Foundation's mission, impact and achievements.

- Ensure consistent application of the Foundation's brand across all communications and platforms.

- Support engagement activities for scholars, alumni, donors, volunteers and strategic partners.





- Coordinate communications and promotional activities for Foundation events, programs and initiatives.

- Maintain the Foundation's website, social media channels and digital communication platforms.

About you

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop engaging content for a variety of audiences and channels.

- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with applicants, scholars, alumni, donors, volunteers, partners and senior stakeholders.

- Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality stakeholder service and support.

- Experience developing and managing content across digital, social media, email and print channels.

- Understanding of media relations, public relations and brand management principles.

- Experience using social media platforms and email marketing tools, with LinkedIn experience highly regarded.

- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and SharePoint.

- Solid organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

- Tertiary qualification in communications, marketing, public relations or a related discipline.





- You must have the right to work in Australia and be able to start immediately.

About us

Established in 2001, the General Sir John Monash Foundation provides postgraduate scholarships to outstanding Australians to study overseas. The Foundation's mission is based on John Monash's legacy to encourage the academic excellence of our nation's brightest individuals and to foster the growth of their leadership qualities for the benefit of the community and for Australia's future. The prestigious John Monash Scholarships are proudly supported by Australians for Australians. With the generous support of governments, Australian Universities, companies, trusts/foundations and individuals the Foundation has become a major contributor to the development of the next generation of Australian leaders.

To apply, please submit:

- A current resume/CV.

- A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your suitability for the role and addressing the Key Selection Criteria.

Please note:

- Applicants must have full Australian working rights to be considered for this position.

- Applications that do not include a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, and resume, or otherwise fail to follow the application instructions, will not be considered.

- Recent graduates and early-career communications professionals are encouraged to apply.

- Applications will be assessed as they are received. The Foundation reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified, so early applications are strongly encouraged.

📌 Media and Communications Officer (Docklands)
🏢 General Sir John Monash Foundation
📍 Docklands