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 clear 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 engagementCreate opportunities advancing the sector’s advocacy agendaBuild relationships with journalists, editors,



and media stakeholdersPrepare senior leaders for interviews and appearancesDevelop responses and manage reputational riskRequirements:

Experience in journalism, public affairs, advocacy, or strategic communicationsPolitical astuteness and commercial awarenessConfidence providing explicit advice to senior leadersJudgement managing competing stakeholder prioritiesEmotional intelligence and relationship-building abilityUse media strategy, political judgement, and stakeholder relationships to influence Australia’s higher education debate with Universities Australia.

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