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Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $140,000 - $150,000
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Communications, marketing and media
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 6715
Associate Director, Communications & Marketing
RMH Foundation – The Royal Melbourne Hospital
Full time ongoing position based right next to Parkville station
Lead a high-impact role shaping the future of philanthropy at RMH
Generous leave, salary packaging and discounted gym access!
About RMH and the team:
The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Victoria’s leading public health services, delivering a comprehensive range of specialist medical, surgical, and mental health care.
The RMH Foundation is entering an exciting phase of growth, with a strong focus on expanding the impact of fundraising and philanthropy.
We are seeking a strategic Associate Director, Communications & Marketing to lead an integrated program that drives reputation, engagement, and donor outcomes.
Reporting to the Executive Director, you will lead internal and external communications, strengthen brand positioning, and grow donor engagement across RMH. You will also support the Events Manager and oversee key campaigns and engagement initiatives.
Your new role:
the development and execution of integrated communications and marketing strategies across multiple channels
Drive brand, reputation, and donor engagement aligned to philanthropic priorities
Deliver high-impact fundraising campaigns, including seasonal appeals and Home Lottery initiatives
Oversee content creation across digital, print, and media platforms
Manage key stakeholder and agency relationships to deliver strategic outcomes
Lead engagement initiatives and events while contributing to organisation-wide fundraising strategy
About you:
You are a strategic and creative communications leader with experience working in complex environments and engaging diverse stakeholders.
You bring:
Proven experience in senior communications and marketing leadership roles
Strong track record delivering integrated, multi-channel strategies
Experience leading teams and building capability
Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results
Desirable:
Experience in fundraising, healthcare, or not-for-profit sectors
Why join RMH?
Be part of a leading mental health service driving sector reform and work within a supportive, collaborative leadership structure
Access professional development, research, and innovation opportunities
Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% leave loading and monthly ADOs for full time employees!
Benefits including discounted fitness facility access with Fitness Passport and salary packaging!
Thrive in an organisation committed to our values – Lead with Kindness, People First and Excellence Together!
To view the full position description, please click on the apply button!
We will be shortlisting and arranging interviews as soon as candidates apply and as a result, this advert may close early so do not delay your application!
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.
The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.
RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.
As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.
Applications close Monday 27 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
6 April 2026
Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $140,000 - $150,000
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Communications, marketing and media
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 6715
Associate Director, Communications & Marketing
RMH Foundation – The Royal Melbourne Hospital
Full time ongoing position based right next to Parkville station
Lead a high-impact role shaping the future of philanthropy at RMH
Generous leave, salary packaging and discounted gym access!
About RMH and the team:
The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Victoria’s leading public health services, delivering a comprehensive range of specialist medical, surgical, and mental health care.
The RMH Foundation is entering an exciting phase of growth, with a strong focus on expanding the impact of fundraising and philanthropy.
We are seeking a strategic Associate Director, Communications & Marketing to lead an integrated program that drives reputation, engagement, and donor outcomes.
Reporting to the Executive Director, you will lead internal and external communications, strengthen brand positioning, and grow donor engagement across RMH. You will also support the Events Manager and oversee key campaigns and engagement initiatives.
Your new role:
the development and execution of integrated communications and marketing strategies across multiple channels
Drive brand, reputation, and donor engagement aligned to philanthropic priorities
Deliver high-impact fundraising campaigns, including seasonal appeals and Home Lottery initiatives
Oversee content creation across digital, print, and media platforms
Manage key stakeholder and agency relationships to deliver strategic outcomes
Lead engagement initiatives and events while contributing to organisation-wide fundraising strategy
About you:
You are a strategic and creative communications leader with experience working in complex environments and engaging diverse stakeholders.
You bring:
Proven experience in senior communications and marketing leadership roles
Strong track record delivering integrated, multi-channel strategies
Experience leading teams and building capability
Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results
Desirable:
Experience in fundraising, healthcare, or not-for-profit sectors
Why join RMH?
Be part of a leading mental health service driving sector reform and work within a supportive, collaborative leadership structure
Access professional development, research, and innovation opportunities
Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% leave loading and monthly ADOs for full time employees!
Benefits including discounted fitness facility access with Fitness Passport and salary packaging!
Thrive in an organisation committed to our values – Lead with Kindness, People First and Excellence Together!
To view the full position description, please click on the apply button!
We will be shortlisting and arranging interviews as soon as candidates apply and as a result, this advert may close early so do not delay your application!
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.
The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.
RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.
As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.
Applications close Monday 27 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
6 April 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Associate Director, Communications & Marketing, RMH Foundation position is now open for candidates interested in the Media & Communication sector. This role in Abattoir offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Media & Communication is a plus.