Careers

The American Australian Association fosters a rewarding workplace with exciting career development opportunities. We value diversity, innovative thinking and teamwork in shaping the culture and vision of the Association.

(Full Time – New York)

 

Prestigious non-profit organization with new headquarters in NYC offers outstanding employment opportunity for an experienced Communications, Marketing & Social Media professional. Position reports to Chief Operating Officer and requires the ability to work in a collaborative, small team environment with colleagues in NY, LA, Boston and Australia.

Employment is offered with:

• Starting annual salary of US$75,000-$85,000 (depending on experience) and eligibility for annual bonus.
• Fifteen (15) days of paid time off (PTO) per calendar year, accrued on a pro-rata basis. Additionally, full-time employees receive a week of PTO to be taken over the Christmas/New Year period, as scheduled by the Association. After one year of service, PTO will increase to 20 days per year.
• Health insurance, transit subsidy, life insurance.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

STRATEGIC PLANNING

• Develop and execute a comprehensive Association and G’Day USA EDM and social media strategy across our Community Membership, Corporate Membership and Education streams.
• Enhance the online presence and branding of the organization.
• Capture engagement data (EDMs and socials) for reporting to the President, Board of Directors and COO, and to inform the ongoing development of the Association’s communications, marketing and social media strategy.

 

AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT

• Spearhead efforts to increase online engagement and grow our social media following
• Disseminate compelling content to key audiences and stakeholders.

 

CONTENT CREATION

• Work with the Design Associate to design and produce captivating communication materials, including but not limited to event marketing materials, invitations, emails, articles, publications, graphics, and videos.

 

WEBSITE MANAGEMENT

• Take charge of updating and maintaining content on our website, ensuring it remains current and reflective of our organization’s mission.

 

BRAND STRENGTHENING

• Conceptualize and implement strategic content campaigns that not only fortify the Association’s brand but also contribute to advancing the American-Australian relationship.

 

COLLABORATION

• Work seamlessly across multiple work streams, ensuring cohesive communication efforts that align with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with various teams to integrate communications into the organizational strategic plan.

 

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO HAS:

• Proven experience in developing and implementing successful communications, marketing, and social media strategies.
• Strong computer literacy and experience using Outlook; Microsoft Office, in particular Excel, Word and PowerPoint; Mailchimp; Zoom; Canva; and WordPress. Experience with InDesign, Photoshop and/or Illustrator and video editing software is beneficial.
• Strong understanding of website management and content creation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, small team environment.
• Passion for non-profit work and contributing to the American-Australian relationship.If you are a dynamic, creative, and strategic professional looking to make a significant impact in the communications and marketing landscape, we encourage you to apply.
• E3 friendly for eligible candidates.

 

HOW TO APPLY

If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you are a great fit for our team, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications as they relate to the position and why you want to join the American Australian Association. Applications will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible to [email protected].

We exist to benefit all Americans and Australians. Whatever your background, we pride ourselves on being actively fair, equitable and inclusive to our diverse network and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

(Full Time – New York)

 

 

POSITION OVERVIEW

Prestigious non-profit organization with new headquarters in NYC offers outstanding ENTRY LEVEL employment opportunity.  Position supports the President and works closely with the senior management team in NY, LA, Boston and Australia to fulfil the mission of the American Australian Association.

Employment is offered with:

• Starting annual salary of US$60,000 and eligibility for annual bonus.
• Fifteen (15) days of paid time off (PTO) per calendar year, accrued on a pro-rata basis. Additionally, full-time employees receive a week of PTO to be taken over the Christmas/New Year period, as scheduled by the Association. After one year of service, PTO will increase to 20 days per year.
• Health insurance, transit subsidy, life insurance.

This is an on-site position with some flexibility for remote work. Interstate travel may be required. Located in Midtown Manhattan, the American Australian Association’s new headquarters has sweeping city views, is close to Grand Central station and includes flexible workstations and event spaces.

 

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing high level executive and scheduling support to the President;
• Coordinating the booking of meeting rooms & event spaces within the Association’s new Murdoch Center, including event programming & logistical support;
• Assisting to coordinate event logistics for annual Benefit Dinner, ANZAC Day & Veterans’ Lunch, Arts Gala and annual program of events;
• Providing assistance to the Education Manager including all activities related to the administration and delivery of our Graduate, Veterans and Arts Scholarships programs.
• Maintaining and ordering office supplies and catering;
• Assisting the Communications, Marketing and Social Media Manager to update and maintain content for the web platform and social media;
• Assisting the Communications, Marketing and Social Media Manager to design and produce Association communication materials e.g. social media assets, e-marketing materials, e-newsletter;
• Assisting to prepare materials for Association Committees and meetings; and
• Other duties as assigned by the President and senior management team.

Because this is a small office with a very active program of business, government, educational and cultural events, the successful candidate will be expected to show initiative and assist where necessary with all activities. This position will require some after-hours work.

 

 

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO HAS:

• Right to work within the United States – visa will not be provided.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, communications, development or events management.
• Demonstrate initiative and be a self-starter, with the ability to stay on task and work productively with a minimal amount of supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments in a timely manner, balancing the demands of concurrent and potentially competing projects.
• Exercise of sound judgement and the ability to think through problems, organize and seek out information and generate solutions.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a small team & have a collaborative work ethic.
• Flexibility and willingness to take on additional tasks and assist where necessary with all program activities.
• Strong computer literacy and experience using Outlook; Microsoft Office, in particular Excel, Word and PowerPoint; Mailchimp; Zoom; Canva; and WordPress. Experience with InDesign, Photoshop and/or Illustrator and video editing software is beneficial.

 

 

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you are a great fit for our team, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications as they relate to the position and why you want to join the American Australian Association. Applications will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible to [email protected].

We exist to benefit all Americans and Australians. Whatever your background, we pride ourselves on being actively fair, equitable and inclusive to our diverse network and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.