Group Manager - Food and Nutrition

Job Description

Job Category: Marketing and Communications Join a passionate industry supporting global demand for high quality, sustainable Red Meat An autonomous role leading nutrition communications and research within a flexible, supportive and inclusive team culture Be the nutrition thought leader for one of Australia’s biggest export industries that feeds more than a billion consumers globally Job Description Gaining excellent exposure to the operations of our business and external stakeholders, we have a rewarding role for an experienced senior dietitian to join our Communications team. A senior leadership role as part of Meat and Livestock Australia’s Communications team and reporting to the General Manager – Communications. Working collaboratively across the company, the role provides thought leadership on the role of Australian red meat in a sustainable diet and requires stakeholder engagement with industry and public health.Responsibilities include developing the nutrition program’s strategy and leading the nutrition research and communications program. Based in North Sydney with flexible working conditions, the role provides an opportunity to build on the program’s reputation for high quality practical resources for health professionals to improve food and nutrition literacy and promote healthy eating. Our ideal Group Manager – Food and Nutrition has: Qualifications in nutrition and dietetics Experience in public health and food industry A well-developed network of contacts in the health and nutrition sector Excellent leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment The successful candidate will be required to hold an appropriate visa/residency status for full time employment in Australia. For more information refer to the position description. Apply now via the link to submit your application (incl. resume). What’s on offer? The Australian red meat and livestock industry is passionate about caring for our animals, land, people, and communities. Working together, we strive to push boundaries and continuously improve to ensure prosperity for the Australian red meat and livestock industry. We are focused on delivering world leading outcomes that fuel global competitiveness, sustainability, and producer profitability. At Meat & Livestock Australia we offer a flexible hybrid work environment and benefits including paid parental leave, wellbeing support, rebatable employer salary packaging, and social club activities. You'll learn on the job in a supportive environment and have access to learning and development opportunities so that you can continue to grow and develop your career. Who are we? Meat & Livestock Australia is a service provider to the Australian red meat and livestock industry. We work in partnership with industry and the Australian Government to deliver marketing, research, and development products and services to beef, sheep, and goat producers, with the core purpose to deliver world leading outcomes that fuel global competitiveness, sustainability, and producer profitability. The Australian red meat and livestock industry makes a significant contribution to the economy and livelihoods of many Australians. Australian red meat is produced sustainably, in high welfare systems and is an important part of a healthy balanced diet. Applications close: 14 March 2025 If you have a question in relation to the advertised position, contact the Human Resources team by emailing Candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the advertisement. MLA reserves the right to close applications for the position prior to the advertised date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. #J-18808-Ljbffr