Life Saving Victoria (LSV) is currently on the search for a manager – media and communications.  Contribute to an organisation with purpose Connect with the community Passionate and supportive culture A great opportunity exists for a skilled media and communication leader to join LSV and lead the organisation’s media, social and communication activities. Bring your passion and expertise and make a difference to the water safety and lifesaving industry.  Who are we?  LSV is Victoria's peak water safety and lifesaving organisation and is committed to its mission to prevent aquatic related death and injury across all Victorian communities. LSV is a recognised agency of Emergency Management Victoria and provides emergency response services across the state through its vast network of lifesaving clubs, lifeguards, marine and aerial rescue services. LSV is a Registered Training Organisation and a charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission. How will this position contribute to Life Saving Victoria’s mission?  The manager – media and communication is responsible for overseeing the development and delivery of a range of public relations and promotional activities to both internal and external stakeholders, in support of LSV’s strategic goals and its role as an emergency service.  Open to either full-time or part-time applicants, the initial contract will be for a fixed-term period of 12 months, with possible extension. In return Life Saving Victoria will provide a great work environment, variety, employee benefits including onsite gym, salary packaging, and great office amenities and facilities.   The role will be based in Port Melbourne, with the ability to work from regional offices including Carrum Downs and Geelong with hybrid options available. Who are you?  This position would ideally suit an experienced media and communication professional with experience in media issues management, managing communication projects and leading people to deliver proactive and reactive media activities. You will be able to confidently develop and deliver a range of media, communication, PR and promotional services and strategies. Experience in media liaison and reactive media management, corporate and crisis communication, social and digital media and government liaison are essential. You will have a track record of success and some understanding of not for profit, emergency service and/or community-based organisations viewed favourably. How to apply: Position Description available on www.lsv.com.au/careers Click on "Apply", complete your application, and upload your resume and a cover letter telling us why you are the best candidate for this position, taking into consideration the key responsibilities found in the position description. For further information, please contact the hiring manager Natalie Fortuna on 03 9676 6996 or recruitment@lsv.com.au. Applications close 11.59pm, 2 October 2022. Please note applications may be progressed prior to close date.  

Manager - media and communication

Life Saving Victoria (LSV) is currently on the search for a manager – media and communications.  

  • Contribute to an organisation with purpose 
  • Connect with the community 
  • Passionate and supportive culture 

A great opportunity exists for a skilled media and communication leader to join LSV and lead the organisation’s media, social and communication activities. Bring your passion and expertise and make a difference to the water safety and lifesaving industry.  

Who are we?  

LSV is Victoria's peak water safety and lifesaving organisation and is committed to its mission to prevent aquatic related death and injury across all Victorian communities. LSV is a recognised agency of Emergency Management Victoria and provides emergency response services across the state through its vast network of lifesaving clubs, lifeguards, marine and aerial rescue services. LSV is a Registered Training Organisation and a charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission. 

How will this position contribute to Life Saving Victoria’s mission?  

The manager – media and communication is responsible for overseeing the development and delivery of a range of public relations and promotional activities to both internal and external stakeholders, in support of LSV’s strategic goals and its role as an emergency service.  

Open to either full-time or part-time applicants, the initial contract will be for a fixed-term period of 12 months, with possible extension. In return Life Saving Victoria will provide a great work environment, variety, employee benefits including onsite gym, salary packaging, and great office amenities and facilities.   

The role will be based in Port Melbourne, with the ability to work from regional offices including Carrum Downs and Geelong with hybrid options available. 

Who are you?  

This position would ideally suit an experienced media and communication professional with experience in media issues management, managing communication projects and leading people to deliver proactive and reactive media activities. You will be able to confidently develop and deliver a range of media, communication, PR and promotional services and strategies. Experience in media liaison and reactive media management, corporate and crisis communication, social and digital media and government liaison are essential. You will have a track record of success and some understanding of not for profit, emergency service and/or community-based organisations viewed favourably. 

How to apply: 

Position Description available on www.lsv.com.au/careers 

Click on "Apply", complete your application, and upload your resume and a cover letter telling us why you are the best candidate for this position, taking into consideration the key responsibilities found in the position description. 

For further information, please contact the hiring manager Natalie Fortuna on 03 9676 6996 or recruitment@lsv.com.au. 

Applications close 11.59pm, 2 October 2022. Please note applications may be progressed prior to close date.