Help us tell Australia about women’s health and our work.
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health is a national not-for-profit with a clear and urgent purpose: an Australia where gender has no bearing on health outcomes. We work across health information, advocacy, clinical expertise and partnerships to make that vision real — and we’re looking for an External Affairs Lead to help more of Australia hear about it.
This communications and advocacy role reports directly to the CEO and supports their work to communicate to external stakeholders. You’ll shape how Jean Hailes shows up in the media, with government, and with the partners and stakeholders who help us drive change.
What you’ll do
- Build and deliver communications plans that build Jean Hailes’ national profile
- Lead media relations — from briefing the CEO for interviews to managing the media inbox and securing the right spokespeople
- Own the production of the Annual Report and other key publications
- Help disseminate findings from the National Women’s Health Survey
- Build genuine, lasting relationships with our clinicians, community members, partner organisations and the media
- Report on the impact of your work to the Board and stakeholders
What you’ll bring
- A tertiary qualification in communications, marketing or a related field
- Extensive experience in media and communications — government, not-for-profit or public health backgrounds are highly regarded
- Excellent written and verbal communication, strong interpersonal skills, and the confidence to work independently
- A genuine interest in women’s health
Why Jean Hailes
You’ll be joining a team doing work that has a direct line to better health outcomes for Australian women. This is a role with real influence: your work will help shape national conversations, not just support them.
Application process
Jean Hailes is an Equal Employment Opportunity provider and understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. Jean Hailes is also a Child Safe Organisation. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Applications should include a resume and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role including your ability to fulfil the key responsibilities and requirements and why you would be a great addition to our team. Please contact careers@jeanhailes.org.au if you have any questions.
Please note, applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, and interviews may commence before the job advertisement closes. As such, please beware the job advertisement may close earlier if role is filled. Please note also that, due to the anticipated high number of applications, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
