UNICEF Australia’s Media and Public Affairs team is offering a full time, 12 month fixed term contract position, to help shape stories that inspire action for children worldwide.  

UNICEF Australia has a flexible work environment, built around the diversity of our team and their needs. A competitive salary commensurate with the not for profit sector is offered together with a broad range of wellbeing benefits. 

What we are looking for  

At UNICEF Australia as our Media and Public Affairs Manager you’ll support media strategy, create compelling content, respond to breaking news, and work with journalists to raise issues impacting children and young people. You will have strong news sense, sharp writing skills, a passion for global issues, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your work makes a real difference. 

Your day will include 

• Helping deliver our media and public affairs strategy to strengthen UNICEF Australia’s brand and reputation. 

• Researching and responding to media with engaging written and visual content that supports our campaigns and priority issues. 

• Assisting in fast-paced media responses during international humanitarian emergencies. 

• Monitoring, compiling and analysing media coverage and reports. 

• Packaging and distributing media materials to ensure journalists are well supported. 

• Working with internal teams, external partners, and international colleagues to maximise media opportunities and share Australian perspectives. 

• Coordinating logistics for media field visits and other events. 

We would like you to have the following skills and experience  

• Tertiary qualifications in Communications, Journalism or adequate professional experience.  

• Previous experience in a metropolitan newspaper, television, or radio news service; or at least five years in communications;  

• Knowledge of the Australian broadcast and digital news and media landscape with contacts across a range of publishers and outlets 

• Understanding of, or interest in, international development issues, world affairs, current events 

• Advanced writing, editing and verbal communication skills with the ability to write for multiple platforms and audiences  

• Willingness to work outside normal office hours to respond to requests from national media and international colleagues where needed 

• A commitment to the work and values of UNICEF Australia.  

• A passionate and energetic team member with a genuine interest in working in the international aid and development sector  

What will it feel like to work at UNICEF Australia 

• An environment and culture built on the importance of teamwork, collaboration and shared purpose 

• Sector leading salary packaging and a competitive salary commensurate with the NFP sector 

• A flexible work environment with balance between home and office work, which puts the wellbeing of our staff at the centre of our decision making 

• A positive and values-driven work culture which celebrates our achievements and recognises our teams 

• A wellbeing package which includes such things as access to Birthday leave, EAP, nutrition, financial and legal support  

• The opportunity to support a global impactful cause and make a difference for every child  

How To Apply 

To apply for this fantastic opportunity please select APPLY and submit the following documents in PDF format: 

• Your Cover Letter, outlining your relevant experience and highlighting a summary of your strengths 

• Your CV  

For further information, please be in touch with our People & Culture Team: recruitment@unicef.org.au. 

Applications close Friday 22nd August 

All applicants are required to be legally entitled to work in Australia. UNICEF Australia has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and exploitation and adheres to strict safeguarding principles. All successful candidates will be required to undergo rigorous background checks (including National Police Check and Working with Children Check) and sign and abide by our Code of Conduct on Child Safeguarding & Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.