About the Role 

As Manager - Media and External Communications, you'll lead media relations, corporate messaging and reputation management, helping position MLA as the trusted voice of Australia's red meat and livestock industry. You'll partner with senior leaders, industry stakeholders and media to deliver strategic communications, manage issues and elevate MLA's profile. 
 

Our ideal Manager - Media and External Communications has 

• Extensive experience in media, communications or public affairs. 

• Strong stakeholder and media relationship management skills. 

• Expertise in issues, crisis and reputation management. 

• Exceptional writing, briefing and executive communication abilities. 

• Experience advising senior leaders in complex environments. 

• Ability to develop strategic narratives and communication plans. 

• Confidence working in fast-paced, high-profile settings. 

• Strong understanding of media performance and insights. 

 
The successful candidate will be required to hold an appropriate visa/residency status for full-time employment in Australia. For more information refer to the position description. Apply now via the link to submit your application (incl. resume). 
 

What’s on offer? 

The Australian red meat and livestock industry is passionate about caring about our animals, land, people and communities. Working together, we strive to push boundaries and continuously improve to ensure prosperity for the Australian red meat and livestock industry. We are focused on delivering world leading outcomes that fuel global competitiveness, sustainability and producer profitability. 

At Meat & Livestock Australia we offer a flexible hybrid work environment and benefits including paid parental leave, wellbeing support, rebatable employer salary packaging and social club activities. You'll learn on the job in a supportive environment and have access to learning and development opportunities so that you can continue to grow and develop your career. 

Who are we? 
MLA - Meat & Livestock Australia is a service provider to the Australian red meat and livestock industry. We work in partnership with industry and the Australian Government to deliver marketing, research and development products and services to beef, sheep and goat producers, with the core purpose to deliver world leading outcomes that fuel global competitiveness, sustainability and producer profitability.​ The​ Australian red meat and livestock industry makes a significant contribution to the economy and livelihoods of many Australians. Australian red meat is produced with care for the livestock and the environment and is an important part of a healthy balanced diet. 

Applications close: 27/11/2026 

If you have a question in relation to the advertised position, contact the Human Resources team by emailing careers@mla.com.au 

Candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the advertisement. MLA reserves the right to close applications for the position prior to the advertised date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. 

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