Lead strategic media engagement for Universities Australia in Canberra, shaping public arguments through political judgement and clear communication. Flexible working from home options are available.

As Media Manager, you will work with the Head of Strategic Communications and CEO on proactive and reactive media engagement. You will position Australia’s 38 universities as a trusted voice while translating complex policy discussions into explicit public arguments. The work spans international students, migration, research, funding, free speech, campus issues, and higher education.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead Universities Australia’s media strategy and engagement
- Create opportunities advancing the sector’s advocacy agenda
- Build relationships with journalists, editors, and media stakeholders




- Prepare senior leaders for interviews and appearances
- Develop responses and manage reputational risk

Requirements:

- Experience in journalism, public affairs, advocacy, or strategic communications
- Political astuteness and commercial awareness
- Confidence providing clear advice to senior leaders
- Judgement managing competing stakeholder priorities
- Emotional intelligence and relationship-building ability

Use media strategy, political judgement, and stakeholder relationships to influence Australia’s higher education debate with Universities Australia.

📌 Strategic Media Manager Universities Australia (Monteregian Hills)
🏢 Elliott Gray
📍 Monteregian Hills