89076 | EL1 - Manager Communications

Job Description

About the National Film and Sound Archive The National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (NFSA) is Australia’s audiovisual archive, telling the national story by collecting, preserving and sharing audiovisual media, the cultural experience platforms of our time. The collection itself dates back to 1935, making it one of the world’s oldest audiovisual collections. It is also one of the country’s most used cultural collections, with around 125 million views of collection content each year. The NFSA is in a period of significant change. Following increased Government investment, the institution is in a process of digital transformation, establishing the NFSA as Australia’s most dynamic and valued cultural organisation. We are rebuilding our curatorial workforce and developing the NFSA’s capacity to digitise our collection at scale – to preserve it for the future, to make sure it can be discovered, and to share it with all Australians. We continue to work on developing a stable, secure and future-proof workforce across our four physical sites based in Canberra and Mitchell in the ACT as well as in Sydney and Melbourne. We are also undergoing a program of business improvement for many of our corporate systems to improve efficiency and reduce manual handling. We are an ambitious organisation, and we aim to be an employer of choice within the Galleries, Libraries, Archives and Museums (GLAM) sector, providing exciting and challenging work, as well as favourable employment conditions and unique development opportunities for our staff. About the Team The Communications team is part of Marketing and Communications Branch which includes marketing, design, communications, editorial and digital content. The Branch works closely with NFSA staff across all business areas to support the strategic direction and draws audiences to our national digital platforms and onsite programs and events in Canberra. The team is split across our Sydney and Canberra offices and this role will be based in our office in Sydney. The Opportunity The Manager Communications plays a key role in leading NFSA’s public relations, corporate communications and internal communications strategies. This role will lead the communications team, liaise with the Executive and generate media coverage and communications aligned to strategic goals. The Manager Communications will have strong media networks, extensive communications experience and exemplary stakeholder management skills. Job Description Key Responsibilities/Duties Under broad direction, this position is responsible for delivering the following functions: Develop and manage communications strategies to position the NFSA and its work, including national audiovisual collection stories and Canberra onsite initiatives, programs and campaigns that deliver audience goals. Write and pitch media stories and oversee the publicity process end to end. Be the senior point of contact for journalists and provide timely responses to media requests and maintain a strong network and relationships with media and key stakeholders (Canberra, national and international). Develop expert media messaging and briefing materials for all NFSA spokespeople, including coaching and supporting NFSA spokespeople. Manage and oversee internal communications and channels and provide writing and messaging support across a range of initiatives. Manage and build team capability to respond to current and future challenges. Monitor and report on media coverage for the NFSA and deliver regular reporting, insights and analysis of KPI data, programs and initiatives. Efficiently manage allocated financial budget. Work collaboratively with the Marketing and Communications team to ensure a cohesive and positive team culture – including leading by example and playing an active role in developing an optimum workplace culture for all employees. Selection Criteria The successful candidate will demonstrate their capacity against the following: A demonstrated exceptional (Australian) media network and associated relationships, and a strong knowledge of the evolving media landscape with a proven ability to identify new opportunities. A demonstrated track record of generating strategically aligned media stories and communication outcomes. Demonstrated strengths in liaising with, and providing media and communications advice to, C-Suite level roles. Strong writing, messaging and storytelling skills across a variety of mediums. Outstanding team and stakeholder management skills in achieving strategic outcomes. Desired Skills and Experience 10+ years' experience in communications, public relations and/or journalism Relevant tertiary qualification How to Apply When applying via our online e-recruitment system, please provide a written application addressing each Selection Criteria. Your current resume is also to be included in your application. In addition to an application and your resume, the assessment process for this position may involve an interview that includes an assessment task and referee reports. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disability, the LGBTIQ+ communities, from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. To be eligible for this position you must: Be an Australian Citizen. Satisfactorily complete an Australian Federal Police National Police Check. What we offer you We provide a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment with access to: Great training and development opportunities. Generous leave and flexible working arrangements. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP – a free counselling service for you and your family). Rewards and recognition initiatives. Cultural Values We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At the NFSA we prioritise the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals. The National Film and Sound Archive of Australia is committed to ensuring a child-safe and child-friendly environment. All employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to, and support for these principles in theory and practice. RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. #J-18808-Ljbffr