Let’s talk about this role
As the Group Media Manager, ANZ, you will be responsible for managing the external communications for nib Group, including its health, travel, and NDIS businesses in Australia and New Zealand. You will also be responsible for helping draft some member, stakeholder, and government communications.
Reporting to the Group Head of Media & Government Relations, who is based in Sydney, you will manage nib’s proactive and reactive media and public relations activities, and limited social media. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to develop proactive media opportunities and will work directly with journalists and nib’s external agencies to secure earned media coverage.
In addition, you will find news angles and interpret trends to support nib’s health business, its executives in media interviews, find speaking opportunities and events, and provide strategic advice and expertise for reputational issues while closely monitoring external events or issues.
Let’s talk about you
We’re looking for someone with demonstrated experience in corporate communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field.
The ideal candidate can write and pitch compelling stories, work at a fast pace within a small, collaborative team, and manage multiple priorities in a large, complex organisation.
A keen sense of what makes news is essential to succeed in this role, along with a strong understanding of news cycles, how newsrooms operate, and key reporters and their rounds. You’ll also bring demonstrated experience in preparing and pitching both proactive and reactive media releases, and confidently liaising with key reporters and editors.
Furthermore, we’re looking for:
Demonstrated knowledge of PR campaigns and strategies
Some experience in crisis communications
First class organisational, presentation and communication skills
Experience in social media is preferred
Knowledge of the end-to-end process in the development of communications collateral
Degree in communications or similar
At nib, we recognise that some people may only apply when their education, skills and/or experiences are identical to what an employer is looking for in a candidate. We’re always on the lookout for curious individuals who will add to the culture at nib Group – so if you have relevant skills and this role resonates with you, please apply!
Let’s talk about who we are
The nib Group has a mission and vision of people enjoying better health. Through our success, we aspire to more prosperous and sustainable communities, not only the creation of enterprise value. nib is a trusted health partner, helping members and travellers make more informed healthcare decisions, transact with healthcare systems and generally live healthier lives.
We're looking for people who share this passion and want to be a part of a team that has the appetite and ambition to be extraordinary.
Let’s talk about diversity, equity and inclusion
We embrace a flexible working environment and welcome candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We actively encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, veterans, LGBTQIA+ as well as culturally diverse community members to apply for open roles.
nib Group is committed to creating an accessible recruitment process and employment experience. If you identify as a person living with disability and require adjustments to our online application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, or would like this advertisement in an alternative format, please contact us at nibemployment @nib.com.au.
Let’s talk about working at nib
Our hybrid working model provides our employees with the flexibility to work from one of our office Hubs and from home based on what works best for them and their team. We make a commitment to come together with purpose. Our Hubs are purpose built to support focused work, connection, and collaboration with peers. We offer a new starter benefit to help set up a functional home workspace.
Other benefits to support you at work (and play) include:
Generous discounts on nib health and travel insurance products including 50% discount on employee health insurance
The opportunity to give back to the community through paid leave for volunteering through nib foundation
Support your better health – whatever that looks for you - through our nib Well Program and corporate fitness discounts
Access to our employee share plans, short-term incentive program and life and salary continuance insurance benefits
Benefits to support our diverse workforce with 18 weeks paid parental leave for all new parents regardless of carer status, 5 days paid cultural leave for First Nations peoples and 4 weeks paid gender affirmation leave for trans, gender diverse and intersex employees
The fine print
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Successful applicants will be required to complete a background check (including criminal history and bankruptcy check) prior to commencement of employment.
We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work.
