Communications Manager

Lead the development and management of ACL's owned communication channels and the content that influences national and state audiences......

JOIN THE AUSTRALIAN CHRISTIAN LOBBY

Communications Manager

• Permanent, Full-Time
• Based in Canberra, ACT
• Remuneration matched to the qualifications, skills and experience you bring

Shape how ACL speaks to the nation

You know how the power of a truthful story, crafted with the right words, at the right moment, can move an audience to action. We're looking for a sharp writer and editor to take the lead on ACL’s content and owned communication channels that carry Christianity’s voice into the public square.

About us

The vision of the Australian Christian Lobby (ACL) is to see Christian principles and ethics influencing the way we are governed, do business, and relate to each other as a community.

With over 250,000 supporters Australia-wide, ACL facilitates professional engagement and dialogue between the Christian constituency and government, amplifying the voice of Christianity in the public square. ACL is neither party-partisan nor denominationally aligned, bringing a Christian perspective to policy in Federal, State and Territory Parliaments.

The role

Reporting to the Communications and Campaigns Director, you'll lead the development and management of ACL's owned communication channels and the content that influences national and state audiences. Your purpose is to amplify the clarity, reach and impact of ACL's public voice, and to ensure the way we communicate externally achieves tangible outcomes aligned to our vision, mission and strategic objectives.

As ACL's senior editor, you'll draw on your core skills in writing and editing to craft compelling communications across EDMs, blogs, website content and campaign copy, while upholding a consistent voice, factual rigour and quality control across everything we publish. You'll also lead and manage ACL's Social Media Specialist.

This is a hands-on role that calls for deliberate strategic and tactical thinking to deliver both pre-planned and rapid-response communications in a fast-paced, dynamic external environment.

Is this you?

This role could be your next step if you:

• Love to write, edit, and have a gift for precision at pace.
• Can translate complex policy and social or cultural issues into clear, persuasive messaging.
• Have a strong understanding of Australia's public policy and political landscape.
• Are ready to lead and coach a team member, and to grow your people leadership.
• Are energised by deadlines and can balance multiple competing priorities at once.
• Have sound editorial judgement and good instincts for identifying reputational and legal risk.

What you'll bring

• Tertiary qualifications in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, public affairs or a related field, plus a minimum of 10 years' experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and editing complex written communications to the highest standard of editorial excellence.
• Experience managing and coaching staff.
• Experience in, or a strong understanding of, Australian politics and public policy development.
• Experience in advocacy, campaigning, and Christian values-based organisations.

Faith and values

• A demonstrated, strong Christian faith and character, theologically aligned to the Nicene Creed.
• Active membership of a Christian church.
• A can-do attitude and a heart to serve.
• A genuine understanding of and commitment to the ACL vision
• Courage, conviction, and compassion

Further information

Further information can be obtained by emailing Matt Cuming, Communications & Campaigns Director, at matthew.cuming@acl.org.au.

How to apply

To apply, submit your CV and a separate cover letter (explaining how your faith, values, qualifications, skills, and experience align to the role) via the 'Apply to this Job' button below by COB Friday 16 October 2026.