Communications and Engagement Manager

Are you looking to accelerate your career?

Life with AGPC will see you join a team of talented individuals who pride themselves on staging two iconic motorsport events: the Formula 1® Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, and the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix in Phillip Island.

We are a dedicated team who enjoy working on the best of sport, events, and entertainment being internationally recognised and respected leaders in our field. Our fun and dynamic environment means our employees are constantly surrounded by unique experiences as well as a high-performing team of innovators, and we need one more.

Life in the fast lane

We are looking for our next role to join our Communications and Corporate Affairs team. Reporting to the Division Manager – Corporate Affairs and Communications, this role is responsible for leading the internal communications programs at AGPC as well as those with key stakeholders for the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix and Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix.

Additionally, you will:

• Lead the development and implementation of AGPC’s internal communications strategy including:
  • Review of current internal communications activities ensuring they are aligned with best practice
  • Implementing new processes surrounding internal communications
  • Implement effective communications to AGPC full time staff and event time support staff
• Compile information and develop award submissions for both events, and department specific topics
• Develop and implement stakeholder communications strategies with a focus on local community initiatives and programs which align with the corporation’s goals and support the Victorian Government projects
• Support copy development for various communications channels both internal and external to ensure consistent tone of voice
• Track and measure the effectiveness of internal communications and change management initiatives, using data to refine strategies and improve outcomes.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience leading an internal communications function and developing an internal communications strategy
• Appropriate territory qualification or relevant, equivalent professional experience in Corporate Affairs and Communications
• Exceptional experience in leading and delivering best practice internal communications campaigns
• Highly skilled in verbal and written communications
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate with and influence various stakeholders
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, trends and best practice within the communications industry.
• Demonstrated experience working with a varied range of internal and external stakeholders  
• A current Police Check and Employee Working with Children Check (or be willing to obtain)

This is a permanent full-time role.

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Why work for us?

At AGPC, we value work-life balance and want to drive change in our work environment too. We have a wide range of benefits that are designed to create value – see below (but not limited to):

• 14 weeks of paid parental leave and paid ‘keep in touch’ days
• Additional event leave following the Australian Formula 1® and MotoGP™ events
• Ticket allocations to employees for the Australian Formula 1® and MotoGP™ events
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee training & development programs
• Social & Culture Events
• Wellbeing Initiatives

Click here to learn more about our employment offering and culture here at the Australian Grand Prix Corporation. 

Want to be first across the finish line?

Applications for this position will close on Tuesday 5^th of November. Applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying!  

As we receive a high number of applications, we encourage you to make your application stand out with a personalised cover letter or video introduction.

AGPC is committed to promoting and maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace by encouraging a culture of respect, dignity and openness to other’s differences and perspectives. We welcome applicants who bring their whole and true self to work regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation, race, age, disability status, or family and caring responsibilities.

If your application proceeds to the interview stage, a member of our team will discuss any adjustments or additional support you may require to fully participate in the interview process.