About OzHarvest
OzHarvest is a leading food rescue organisation on a mission to ‘Nourish our Country’ by stopping good food from going to waste and delivering it to charities that help feed people in need. Through our education and community programs and our advocacy work, we hope to inspire others to change their behaviour and help reach the national target of halving food waste by 2030.
About our Media and Communications Team
We’re on a mission to amplify OzHarvest’s impact through powerful storytelling and trusted media leadership.
About the Role
You will play a crucial role in the National Impact team to drive media excellence across the organisation and promote the work of OzHarvest across various media channels. You will lead the national earned media strategy, manage proactive pitching and reactive requests, strengthen brand and campaign visibility and protect our reputation, while remaining highly hands-on in day-to-day media operations. This role requires a strong communications professional who understands the Australian media landscape, preferably with established contacts. Working closely with the National Brand & Comms Lead and social media team you will oversee the growth and impact of OzHarvest’s social media channels, ensuring our storytelling content stands out from the scroll.
What will you get to do?
• Strategic media leadership
• External agency management
• Media management, both reactive and proactive
• Social media strategy and innovation, including monitoring and reporting
• Content creation and messaging
• Leadership and team management
About You
• 8–10+ years’ experience in media or communications roles
• Strong understanding of the Australian media landscape
• Significant experience handling reactive media
• Experience leading national campaign media strategies
• Team leadership and direct report management
• Exceptional writing skills and strong eye for detail
• A can-do will-do attitude to thrive in a dynamic work environment
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values its people.
• Opportunity to shape initiatives that make a real impact.
• Flexible working arrangements, salary packaging and additional paid leave.
• A supportive team environment where your ideas matter.
• Grow your skills, career and networks with limitless opportunities
To apply:
Please follow through the online application process and attach your CV, a cover letter, and include a message as to “Why would you like to work at OzHarvest?” (creativity encouraged!)
Please note that only applications with a cover letter addressing the questions above will be shortlisted.
OzHarvest is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that supports diversity, inclusion and belonging. Please note: If you have a Language or Cultural special consideration, a disability or impairment or use assistive technology, please let us know in your Cover Letter when applying. You can ask a support person to help you through the application and interview process.
