The Organisation

The Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA) is a leading member based, for-purpose organisation. We provide programs and services that aim to strengthen the capacity and sustainability of over 450 community radio and media organisations. With over five million listeners each week, community radio plays a vital role in providing a voice for multicultural, First Nations and other underrepresented groups. Community radio is a lifeline for communities during disaster, a key platform for local artists, and provides social connection and information to communities not adequately serviced by other media.

The Role

Provides an exciting opportunity to combine your marketing & communications expertise with purpose driven work, leading initiatives that support and champion local, non-profit, community media outlets that inform, connect and empower communities.

CBAA is seeking a proactive Marketing and Communications Manager to deliver a diverse range of communications and marketing activities.

In this role, you will be responsible for the development of strategic campaigns, related content and support materials, including managing a new campaign supporting local bands and music industries nation-wide, supporting 450 local radio stations to grow their online audience and coordinating a national conference attended by over 350 broadcasters. You will lead a small and passionate team.

What you will bring

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in marketing and communications or related field
- Previous demonstrated experience in a similar marketing and communications role




- Experience in developing and delivering marketing, communications and public relations activities
- Previous experience managing staff
- Robust organisational and project management skills
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Superior problem-solving skills
- High level interpersonal and relationship building skills
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability
- Willingness to work outside standard hours when required by events
- Experience within the Not-for-Profit sector
- Advanced MS Office skills – Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint
- Willingness to utilise AI tools
- Eligibility to work in Australia on a fulltime basis

Application Process

CBAA has a policy of inclusion, and we welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people from a diversity of genders, cultures, linguistic backgrounds, abilities and experiences.

This role is offered as a fixed term contract, and flexible working arrangements, including other locations and virtual/hybrid work arrangements, will be considered for the right candidate.

Please submit your resume (max 3 pages) and a cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing the essential success profile criteria and reason for your application via Seek / Ethical Jobs. Successful applicants will be contacted for interview.

Please note that there is no formal closing date for this role. Early applications are strongly encouraged, and suitable candidates may be shortlisted for an interview as applications are received. If you have any questions or would like to have a confidential discussion about this role, please email ••••@cbaa.org.au.

📌 Marketing and Communications Manager (Sydney)
🏢 The Community Broadcasting Association Of Australia
📍 Sydney