Strategic Communications Manager
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Strategic Comms Manager. Can you help shape WWF-Australia’s voice for nature? Can you drive messaging for strategy, thought leadership and internal comms? Excel at collaboration and innovate with AI? Apply now.
Workplace flexibility including org wide 9 Day Fortnight trial commencing Feb 2026
WWF-Australia Office location negotiable
Ongoing, part time/full time contract (0.8 FTE preferred, open for full time)
Join a diverse global network working for people and planet across 100 countries
Work in a high performing, values-driven organisation
You can find the full position description and selection criteria by (("clicking here")).
About Us
WWF-Australia is an award-winning and innovative organisation determined to do things differently. We use our superpowers to partner in delivering nature-positive solutions, empowering communities, and halting climate change - in Australia, the Asia-Pacific region, the Southern Hemisphere and globally. We are a values-driven organisation with a diverse global network of local organisations working in 100 countries. We work as a catalyst with communities, First Nations, governments, businesses, innovators, and philanthropists towards our global mission: to build a world where people live and prosper in harmony with nature.
About the Role
The position partners with key stakeholders to produce messaging and written content that enables the delivery of Communications objectives across organisational strategy, CEO and thought leadership communications and internal communications.
Key Accountabilities (Refer to Position Description for full list of Key Accountabilities)
Develops foundational strategy and program key messages from complex information and multiple sources to bring WWF's work to life and support brand reputation, conservation, engagement and revenue activities.
Champions the use of AI to produce accurate, inspiring, relevant organisational communications pieces and actively recommends AI solutions to improve efficiencies.
Drives, in collaboration with the CEO and CRO, Thought Leadership strategy, including long-term, proactive planning and short-term, responsive execution.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience (Refer to Position Description for full list of Selection Criteria)
Demonstrated experience in writing to explain complex issues/topics to be used in a variety of settings, from advocacy to storytelling.
Demonstrated experience in using AI tools to improve workflows and produce engaging written content
Exceptional writing, relationship and communication skills.
Our Commitment to Diversity: WWF values diversity and is building a workforce that reflects the community we serve. WWF is an equal opportunity employer and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally & linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, sexuality and gender diverse (LGBTQIA+) community members, and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding: WWF-Australia is committed to acting with respect and upholding the human rights, welfare and dignity of all persons we employ, engage with or who are affected by our activities and work, with special regard for vulnerable individuals and children.
As part of your employment, you will be required to undergo background checks relevant to your position (eg. Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, Reference Checks), abide by our safeguarding policies, and sign our Safeguarding Code of Conduct.
You can find the full position description and selection criteria by (("clicking here")).
Applications
Please include the following two attachments: (1) a cover letter/statements against the selection criteria and (2) your resume (CV).
We may review applications and interview candidates on a rolling-basis, therefore we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.
Note that applicants require current unlimited working rights in Australia to be eligible for this role.
Closing Date: 11:59PM, 7 January 2026
Contact: For any questions, please contact jobs-au@wwf.org.au
- Department
- Experience
- Role
- Communications
- Locations
- Location Negotiable
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Child Protection checks required?
- Yes
About WWF-Australia
We're Australia's largest environmental conservation organisation, with offices around the country and nearly 1.3 million supporters. We work with governments, businesses and communities in Australia and throughout the Oceania region. We are proud to be building a future that benefits people and nature.
Join us on our mission to restore and regenerate Australia by 2030. With the Knowledge and traditions of First Peoples and local communities, we can bring about change on a global scale for climate, people and nature.
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