Communications and Media Support Officer

COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA SUPPORT OFFICER 

For more than 65 years, the Nature Conservation Council of NSW has been at the centre of the state’s most important conservation battles and notched up countless wins for wildlife, bushland, marine life and local communities.  

We are strong and effective advocates for nature because we have an active base of more than 100,000 supporters, a state-wide network of 190 community environment member groups, a dedicated crew of volunteers and highly trained, professional staff. We have a proven ability to connect with politicians, bureaucrats and other change-makers at the highest levels.  

NCC Vision  

An ecologically sustainable NSW, where people and nature can thrive together.  

NCC Mission  

To build, support and maintain a powerful and effective movement for nature. We do this through impactful programs, campaigns, partnerships and representation. 

NCC Values 

Inspiration: we believe in the work we do and strive to inspire others to respect and protect nature. 

Respect: we respect the views and opinions of others and consider, fairly and openly, views that might be different to our own. 

Integrity: we are professional and honest in our working relationships, and transparent and accountable in our decision-making processes. 

Collaboration: we believe we are stronger as a movement and value our culture of participation and building strong partnerships to achieve our goals. 

Leadership: we provide leadership through empowerment, sound governance and an inspiring vision. 

Recognition: we acknowledge the role First Nations People play in protecting the land and water. NCC undertakes to act in solidarity and partnership with First Nations People in all our work. 

We are based in Surry Hills, and work in a hybrid arrangement. 

ROLE DESCRIPTION 

We are seeking an energetic and passionate nature lover to join our team. Working with some of the leading environmental campaigners and organisers in NSW, you will support NCC’s core objective of giving nature a voice. 

The role will see you work within the communications section of our organisation, a small team responsible for NCC’s fundraising and external communications, including supporter engagement, media, website and social media.    

The successful applicant will work with the communications team to develop a mixed communications strategy for a given campaign area such as fire management, land clearing, climate action, native forest logging or moving NSW beyond coal.  

The role will offer a diverse learning experience, where you will support the preparation of, and produce communications material including social media content, media releases, issue briefings, website and emails.  

You will learn how to identify, write and communicate to specific audiences, work from messaging guides, build creative assets including video and digital content, and how persuasive communications is practised. 

This position is a great entry point for someone studying, newly graduated or seeking a change and wanting experience working in the NGO sector.  

Key tasks include:  

• Producing media summaries  
• Updating content and copy for websites and social media 
• Designing social media and electronic direct mail content  
• Supporting in the production of media release and government submissions  
• Creating and implement campaign-specific communication messaging goals  

• Identify and define target audiences, and the ways in which they can be reached   
• Adapt writing styles for public-facing vs government-facing communications contexts 
• Collate, organise, and update media contact information 
• Answer inquiries and support the broader NCC team 

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA 

Required 

• Enthusiasm for climate action, biodiversity protection, and social movement building 
• An effective communicator and someone who writes competently for a range of audiences 
• Some experience with digital communications 
• Analytical skills and project planning and coordination skills 

Extra Points for 

• Knowledge of NSW planning and environment policy frameworks 
• An interest in state politics and knowledge about the NSW parliamentary process 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We believe we are more effective when our team is made up of people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to building on the perspectives, talent, experience, knowledge and skills that diversity brings to our organisation and strongly encourage people of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences to apply. 

HOW TO APPLY 

Apply online here 

You will need the following documents to apply: 

• Resume (2 pages max) 
• Cover Letter (1 page max)* 

*Note: Your cover letter should include the following elements: 

1. MOTIVATION: Why you are interested in this position & organisation in particular 
2. WHY YOU?: What experience/skills make you a good candidate (refer to selection criteria & project scope) 
3. ABOUT YOU: Your areas of interest/career goals 
4. AVAILABILITY: If there are any specific dates you are unavailable, etc.  

IMPORTANT: By submitting an application for this position you grant permission for your application documents to be shared with the host organisation.