Communications and Engagement Manager

We’re excited to announce that we are recruiting for a Communications and Engagement Manager

This is an identified position for an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. 

Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997. 

Creative Australia 

Creative Australia is the Australian Government’s principal arts investment and advisory body. With artists at the heart of what we do, we invest in creative talent and stimulate the market for Australian stories to be told on a national and international scale, sharing our rich culture with the world. We do this because art and creativity define us, recording what we have been and what we might yet become. As a nation, creativity connects us and benefits us all. 

Our Purpose 

We champion and invest in arts and creativity for a dynamic, creative Australia. 

First Nations First is pillar one of the Australian Government’s National Cultural Policy, Revive: a place for every story, a story for every place. Under Revive we will establish a dedicated First Nations-led Board to: 

• Invest in, create and produce, First Nations works of scale, with priorities and funding decisions determined by First Nations leaders, 

• Develop a First Nations Creative Workforce Development Strategy, and 

• Promote best practice cultural protocols, self-determination and cultural safety training across arts and cultural organisations. 

Workplace culture 

We are proud to have been named an Inclusive Employer for the 4th consecutive time by Diversity Council Australia. This achievement reflects our commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our people are passionate and dedicated to the delivery of our strategy Creativity Connects Us. We strive to establish and sustain a diverse and inclusive workforce, fostering a culturally safe and supportive environment where everyone can bring their authentic self to work. 

Your role 

As our Communications and Engagement Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of First Nations focused communications and engagement strategies to increase visibility, engage audiences and promote First Nations arts content, programs and initiatives at Creative Australia. 

What you’ll be doing 

• Developing and implementing targeted high quality communication plans to promote First Nations arts programs and events in line with strategic objectives 

• Acting as a representative for First Nations Arts, enhancing the organisation’s reputation by effectively positioning communications across Creative Australia’s website, digital suite and marketing collateral 

• Cultivating and nurturing key stakeholder relationships to identify opportunities for audience growth and to shape, share, and communicate First Nations Arts messages 

• Developing and managing content strategies including tailored communications for event delivery ensuring alignment with Creative Australia’s broader communications strategy 

• Working with the communications team to provide the Executive Director First Nations Arts with specialist advice, regular reporting and critical analysis on the performance of First Nations focused campaigns 

What this means for you 

• Full time, permanent opportunity 

• Salary of $114,580 + 12% superannuation 

• Paid leave between Christmas and New Year 

• Ceremonial, NAIDOC and cultural leave 

• Wellbeing programs and corporate discounts 

• Holistic employee assistance program for employees, their families, and kin 

• Flexible hours alongside hybrid work arrangements (2 days from home, 3 days onsite) 

• Office location: Sydney 

What’s next 

This position has been identified as a genuine occupational qualification under the Anti-discrimination Act 1997, making it exclusively available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This is your chance to bring your unique perspective and expertise to a dynamic team, making meaningful impact on programs that matter. 

To apply and for further details about the job requirements, please see the full position description at Careers – Creative Australia. If you need any support or have any questions about submitting your application, contact Franchesca Cubillo, Executive Director First Nations Arts and Culture at [email protected] and [email protected] 

Applications close on 28 May 2026 at 11:59 pm 

This is not an Australian Public Service position.