About the Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program     

The Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme is a signature initiative for the Australian Government that enables workers from 9 Pacific Island Countries (PICs) and Timor- Leste to work in priority sectors in Australia. The Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program’s (PLMSP) role is to provide the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and governments in 9 PICs and Timor-Leste with support to enable workers to access PALM scheme in inclusive ways that maximise the benefits for the workers and national economies while minimising risks from labour mobility participation. Palladium is contracted to deliver PLMSP on behalf of DFAT.  

This Opportunity  

In this highly strategic and influential position, the Communications Manager – Media and Editorial will be responsible for developing high-level media strategies that protect and enhance the reputation of the PALM scheme in Australia, the Pacific Islands and Timor-Leste. Engaging with the PLMSP Communications Lead to inform and build understanding amongst stakeholders in the Pacific islands and Timor-Leste, the position will influence perceptions, manage risks and promote the benefits and achievements of labour mobility. The manager will develop locally relevant place-based media and engagement strategies across a range of print, broadcast and digital formats including local and regional media, trade and industry media, and social media.  

This position provides line management of the Editorial and Media Coordinator, and provides opportunity to provide training, mentoring and coaching to more junior colleagues, as well as support with upskilling staff in media relations and other communication activities. 

This is a fixed term opportunity required for 4 years with possibility of extension.  

The Communications Manager – Media and Editorial will be responsible for:  

• Draft key messages, media releases, case studies, talking points and backgrounders.  

• Identify story and photo opportunities, undertake content planning, and maintain content development calendars for PLMSP and partner channels.  

• Copy edit, edit and proofread internal and external documents ensuring editorial quality control.  

• Supervise the media monitoring and reporting on communications activities, including drafting the monthly and biannual media reports.    

• Engage and collaborate with the broader PLF team and identify opportunities to increase the impact of their activities though communication.   

How to Apply 

For full details on role requirements, please <click here>  

Please submit your application online, including your CV and brief cover letter, outlining your suitability in line with the requirements of the position. 

Closing date: Sunday 10^th November 2024, 11.59pm AEST 

We are committed to building a diverse, geographically dispersed workforce to maximize our support. We encourage applications from candidates from Pacific Island countries, Timor-Leste, and across Australia. You must have valid Australian or country specific work rights to be considered for this position - visa sponsorship is not available.  

We strongly encourage people with disability to apply. Disclosing about your disability will not negatively affect your application. Please tell us as much as you feel comfortable for us to work with you about the appropriate adjustments that you might need. If you would like further information or assistance with this, please contact PLMSP.HR@thepalladiumgroup.com