Associate Media Adviser - Sydney / Melbourne

• Location: Sydney or Melbourne preferred; other locations may be considered. For location with office access, hybrid work arrangement by negotiation.
• Salary: $85,000 p.a. plus superannuation
• Term: Full-time (four days per week will be considered)

ABOUT MARKET FORCES

Market Forces campaigns to protect the environment by shifting finance away from fossil fuels that are driving global climate change. We focus on banks, superannuation funds and other investors that finance environmentally risky and damaging activities. Shifting investment to a clean energy revolution is needed to secure a stable climate in the long term.

Our team campaigns on the most egregious examples of fossil fuel polluters in Australia, Asia and beyond - wherever our interventions can create the greatest impact.

Our work is grounded in a shared commitment to Empowerment, Integrity, Impact and Creativity as our core values.

ABOUT the role

The Associate Media Adviser supports the Media and Communications Director to ensure that Market Forces’ analysis, research and campaigns are well publicised to strengthen the organisation’s ability to drive environmental impact. 

Under guidance from the Media and Communications Director, the Associate Media Adviser will work across all aspects of media engagement from preparing media copy to pitching stories to supporting researchers and campaigners with interview preparation. The Associate Media Adviser collaborates to plan and coordinate media activities in support of campaigns to meet agreed objectives and timelines. 

ABOUT YOU

You love finding the story in complex information and turning it into clear, compelling media content. You understand what makes something newsworthy, know how to pitch a strong story, and are organised and responsive in a fast-moving environment.

You’re a collaborative teammate who values feedback, builds strong relationships and works well across teams. Above all, you want to use your media skills to help tackle the climate crisis and shift finance away from fossil fuel expansion.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A collaborative, dynamic, and supportive team environment in a Melbourne CBD office, with colleagues around Australia and in Asia.
• Opportunities to undertake professional development.
• Generous leave provisions, including birthday leave, and long service leave accessible after five years of service.
• For Melbourne-based team members, potential for flexible work by arrangement with their manager.
• For staff working remotely, being part of an organisation that is mindful and practised at enabling participation and inclusion for the whole team regardless of location.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Experience and demonstrated success in writing for and pitching to the media.
• Understands what makes a story newsworthy; ability to communicate complex information and data in an accessible, engaging way.
• Knowledge of the Australian media landscape, particularly news and current affairs, with established contacts. Knowledge of Asian media is a bonus.
• Deep commitment to Market Forces’ mission and values, with a passion for solving the climate crisis.
• Team player and proven ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds with respect, empathy and a justice focus.
• Track record of delivering outcomes by working with others, or under the guidance of a manager, building the experience and confidence to work with greater independence over time.
• Proven organisation skills and a capacity to juggle multiple projects while managing engaged stakeholders and deadlines.

next steps

Please click the 'Apply now' button to submit your application.

We value diverse experience and backgrounds. If you’re excited about the role but don’t meet all the selection criteria, we encourage you to apply. 

For more information about the role, please review the position description here - or attached below.

More information about Market Forces is available on our website.

No fixed closing date. Please apply as soon as possible. Applications will be assessed and progressed as they are received.