Media Manager, Australia

Institute for Energy Economics and Finan

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) is seeking an experienced Media Manager to join our dynamic team in Australia. The Media Manager leads IEEFA Australia’s media relations, turning IEEFA’s evidence-based research into earned media coverage and influence with journalists, government, financial decision-makers and partners. Reporting to the Director of Communications with support from the Communications Assistant, the Manager is IEEFA Australia’s primary day-to-day media operator — building and holding media and press offices relationships, securing high-value coverage, and ensuring analysts and their research reach and engage target audiences. This is a relationship-driven role that requires standing, judgement and strong political instincts. The Manager drives IEEFA Australia’s shift toward more responsive, issue-led engagement, while protecting IEEFA’s reputation as a credible, independent and neutral source. A proactive approach and ‘can do’ attitude are vital to help increase the impact and timeliness of our work. IEEFA is a rapidly-growing NGO/nonprofit that conducts research and analysis on financial and economic issues related to energy markets, trends and policies. Headquartered in the United States, IEEFA has a team of 70+ analysts and communications personnel located in 15 countries across the globe. IEEFA produces a significant volume of original research, as well as ongoing analysis and reports on issues affecting energy industries. Our major research reports, daily analysis, press coverage and other resources can be found on our website: www.ieefa.org.

Requirements

4-7 years of experience in a media, public relations, or communications role
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or a related field or a combination of relevant education and experience
Understanding of Australia’s energy sector and related policy issues
Practices and guidelines of public and media relations
Exceptional media relations skills and an established network of media contacts; energy/ financial media relationships highly favourable
Ability to write press releases, on-point pitches and key-message copy about complex and technical subject matter
Exceptional internal and external stakeholder engagement skills, including being respectful, honest and candid in all communications
Understanding of Australian government, policy and parliamentary processes is favourable
Sound political judgement in a politically sensitive environment

Responsibilities

Monitor energy and finance news and key events to identify trends and opportunities for analyst reaction and responsive organisational communication
Respond to media requests and proactively build relationships with journalists to raise the media profile of IEEFA’s analysts and extend the reach of their research
Pitch and secure publication of IEEFA content in tier one press, as well as trade and specialist publications, both locally and internationally
Co-write and pitch media releases, and prepare media kits and background briefings as required
Organise timely media briefings, interviews and webinars around report launches and live energy/finance issues to which IEEFA analysts can respond
Send media releases to relevant ministers and politicians, and develop relationships with press offices
Conduct media training and key-message development with analysts, and provide specialist advice on media and PR management
Support the Director of Communications and CEO on senior government relations, reputation management and crisis communications
Work collaboratively with partner organisations and with the IEEFA Global Communications Team on media and communication strategy
Track media coverage and engagement metrics and contribute to the communications dashboard and regular reporting rhythm
Track key sector events and pitch potential presentations in collaboration with relevant analysts
May also include communications work of a similar nature or complexity
Commitment to IEEFA’s mission to accelerate the transition to a diverse, sustainable, and profitable energy economy

Benefits

Full-time employment contract with remuneration A$95,000 – 115,000 base, plus super.
Annual Leave growing to 6 weeks after 2 years
Personal/Carer’s Leave
Long Service Leave after 5 years of employment
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Allowance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Home office set-up stipend
Co-working space stipend
Monthly mobile phone allowance
Technology equipment provided