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Communications Assistant

Full time
Sydney (hybrid - remote also possible)

About the role

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Communications Assistant to join our team and

support a range of projects focused on innovation and sustainability in Australian and global

horticulture.

This position is suitable to a recent graduate or someone with 1-2 years’ experience with strong

writing skills and an interest in horticulture/agriculture, science communication, or sustainability.

You’ll work closely with our Communications Manager and project teams to help produce engaging,

accurate and accessible content that showcases the work of our researchers and partners.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to learn about horticultural RD&E (research, development and

extension), develop your communication skills, and be part of a friendly and collaborative consultancy.

Location:

Sydney based, however remote also possible

Key tasks include:

• Support the production of communication materials

• Assist with maintaining project websites and digital platforms

• Support project-specific communication outputs

• Assist with graphic design using for example, the Adobe Create Suite, Canva etc

• Track communication deadlines and help keep content calendars up to date

• Help maintain communication and resource databases

• Support the implementation of AHR’s communication plan

What we are looking for

Essential:

• Good written communication skills

• Ability to manage time and organise tasks effectively

• Willingness to learn and contribute to a team

• Enthusiastic, curious, and keen to develop skills in science communication

• Ability to translate complex texts to plain English

• Experience using platforms like Mailchimp, Squarespace, Canva or social media schedulers

• Willingness to travel to events, sometimes interstate, occasionally

• Relevant tertiary qualification in either communications, journalism or agricultural sciences

Desirable:

• Interest in agriculture, food production, science or the environment

• Experience in podcast and video editing

• Experience/ with willingness to learn digital storytelling tools, for example Shorthand

Key skills and attributes

• Team player: Works well with others, asks questions, and shares ideas

• Communication: Able to write clearly and tailor content for different audiences

• Organisation: Keeps track of tasks and meets deadlines

• Creativity: Open to trying new formats or tools to communicate effectively

• Adaptability: Comfortable working across multiple projects and shifting priorities

• Initiative: Willing to take on tasks and follow through

How to apply

Please send your CV/resume and a one-page cover letter addressing the selection criteria to

admin@ahr.com.au by 05 September 2025.