At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here . WHY WORK FOR US? Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home You will work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us. Job Description YOUR ROLE Reporting to the General Manager, Strategic Communications & Engagement, the Manager, Enterprise Communications is a senior leadership role responsible for driving enterprise-wide internal communications and employee engagement strategies across MACS. Leading a small team of Communication Business Partners, you will work collaboratively with senior leaders and stakeholders to deliver strategic communication initiatives that strengthen engagement, enhance organisational culture, and support the successful delivery of MACS 2030. WHAT YOU WILL DO Lead the development and implementation of enterprise-wide internal communication strategies Drive employee engagement initiatives aligned to MACS strategic priorities Lead and develop a high-performing team of Communication Business Partners Establish and oversee communication coordination between MACS office and schools Develop communication strategies, messaging and content for senior leaders Define and optimise communication channels, cadence and engagement approaches Partner with stakeholders across all directorates to deliver integrated communication solutions Use insights and analytics to measure communication effectiveness and drive continuous improvement Support proactive reputation management and enterprise-wide communication readiness ABOUT YOU Tertiary qualification in communications, journalism, public relations or related discipline Minimum 10 years’ experience in communications with strong expertise in internal communications and employee engagement Proven ability to influence and operate effectively with senior leaders and stakeholders Strong leadership capability with experience managing teams and cross-functional collaboration Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to manage competing priorities Ability to work effectively in fast-paced and evolving environments Strong judgement, professionalism and commitment to confidentiality Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education HOW TO APPLY Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria. Click APPLY to submit your application. If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our Talent Acquisition team by email recruitment@macs.vic.edu.au You will need to provide: 1. An up to-date Resume and 2. A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check. Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this. Privacy Collection Notice – Job Applicants MACS collects your Personal Information to assess your application and suitability for employment. By submitting your Personal information, you consent to the use and disclosure of your Personal information for the purpose of being considered for employment at MACS. Applicants can withdraw their applications at any time during the recruitment process For further details, please see the full Privacy Collection Notice here APPLICATIONS CLOSE : 4.00pm Monday, 8 June 2026
