<p align="center"><strong>Senior Manager – Public Relations, Communications and Marketing</strong></p> <p><strong>Location: </strong>Catholic Education, Head Office, Manuka ACT<br><strong>Closing date: </strong>Sunday, 14 November 2021 at 11:55pm (extended)<br><strong>Start date:</strong> January 2022&nbsp;(as negotiated) <br><strong>Remuneration:&nbsp;</strong>executive salary + NFP benefits<br><br><strong>The role<br></strong>Leading the Public Relations, Communications and Marketing specialist team, the Senior Manager – Public Relations, Communications and Marketing will report directly to the CEO (Director of Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn (CECG)). The Senior Manager – Public Relations, Communications and Marketing provides strategic and operational leadership in the planning and delivery of the organisations public relations content and communications plan. We are seeking a talented, energetic and experienced professional to amplify our voice by establishing strong relationships with state and federal governments.</p> <p>The Senior Manager – Public Relations, Communications and Marketing will be a key ambassador for the voice of Catholic Education by establishing strong links, forging relationships and being the central point of contact between parliament, government institutions and critical partners.</p> <p>The successful candidate must have an unrivalled ability in lobbying / campaigns, as well as a strong passion for parliament and government proceedings and political developments.<br><br><strong><br>Benefits and Opportunities</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Vibrant community with annual activities, quarterly celebrations and professional development</li> <li>Opportunity to take the lead on Public Relations, Communication and Marketing within a large and influential non-profit</li> <li>Attractive Remuneration Package</li> </ul> <p><strong><br>Essential Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Extensive knowledge and experience of strategic planning, policy development, government relations, public affairs, and marketing and communications.</li> <li>Capacity to represent industry and member interests at public/media, senior government, non-government, corporate sector, and member levels.</li> <li>Highly developed relationship building and management skills, with the ability to effectively negotiate, influence and collaborate with a diverse group of media, stakeholders and partners.</li> <li>A proven ability to translate complex concepts into appropriate messaging to effectively inform diverse audiences.</li> <li>Excellent written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to produce compelling content, stories and articles for a broad range of audiences.</li> <li>Demonstrated knowledge of media operations and extensive experience in dealing with social, electronic, and print media to facilitate a positive image of an organisation.</li> </ul> <p><strong><br><br></strong></p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Application process</strong></p> <p>Applicants will be required to submit the following:</p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Covering letter including statements made against the essential criteria, six points identified above</li> <li>Curriculum Vitae (CV).</li> </ul> <p>For further information about the role and Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn, visit the website and review the position description. If you have any questions, contact the Recruitment Team on 0408 496 407 or via email Recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.</p><br><br><p><img src="https://az29734.vo.msecnd.net/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File">&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/498081/senior-manager-public-relations-communications-and-marketing">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>