Join us to support Aussies to live, move and stay active
Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) is the nation’s leading voice on exercise and sports science. We govern and represent approximately 10,000 degree-qualified accredited exercise professionals who support Australians to reach their health and performance goals.
About your role
As the Communications Coordinator, you will help deliver engaging and effective communications that support ESSA’s strategic priorities, advocacy work and member engagement. You will create high-quality content across multiple channels, coordinate communication activities and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role that requires excellent writing skills, strong organisation and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
You will:
- Develop, write and edit clear, engaging content for a range of communication channels, including digital platforms, newsletters, media materials and member communications
- Coordinate communication campaigns and projects to ensure timely and high-quality delivery
- Support media, public affairs and advocacy activities by preparing communication materials and responding to emerging opportunities
- Translate complex information into clear, accessible content for diverse audiences
- Manage multiple communication priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
- Build positive relationships with internal teams, members, partners and external stakeholders to support communication objectives
- Assist with the delivery of government relations, advocacy and policy communication initiatives
- Monitor communication performance and identify opportunities to improve engagement and communication outcomes
Your competitive edge will include:
- Tertiary qualification in communications, media/public relations, journalism or a related discipline
- 3–5 years’ experience in communications, media, public affairs or a similar role
- Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to simplify complex information
- Experience supporting communications or media activities, preferably within policy, advocacy, government relations or public-facing contexts
- Strong organisational and project coordination skills, with attention to detail
- Comfortable with a fast-paced, high-volume, multi-channel workload
- Experience producing content for digital channels and stakeholder communications
- Ability to work effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders
- Experience in a not-for-profit, membership association, peak body government or agency (highly desirable)
- Understanding of government relations, advocacy or policy processes (highly desirable)
The perks
- Bonus Christmas and birthday leave
- Flexible, hybrid working with two days WFH
- A generous, yearly wellbeing allowance and access to member discounts
- Fresh fruit and pantry items delivered weekly
- A brand-new light filled office in the heart of Newstead
People are at the heart of what we do and we’re proud to celebrate diversity of thought, background, and experience. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.
Please note, this is a 12-month full-time temporary contract (with the possibility of extension)
Questions or would like a copy of the position description? Please get in touch with us at people@essa.org.au
