Senior Communications Officer

Description:

The Senior Communications Officer is responsible for developing clear, engaging, visually attractive and effective internal and external communications, in collaboration with stakeholders across diverse business areas, and coordinating distribution through various Agency channels.

The role has a strong focus on promoting the Agency’s priorities and programs of work internally, proactively identifying and coordinating internal communications, and using initiative and judgement to develop strategic solutions to address opportunities and challenges, and keep staff informed and motivated.

This role will follow an account management approach and work closely with the wider Communications and Marketing team, who are geographically dispersed.

• Ensure quality outputs for a team including the development of technical expertise in business tools and systems.
• Assist in strategic planning and developing and maintaining an internal communications framework.
• Implement communications plans, including setting tasks and priorities and managing workflow and timelines, following an account management approach.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders to achieve business and agency communication objectives.

About You

• Key success factors are exceptional writing skills, attention to detail and the ability to provide expert advice and support to multiple stakeholders simultaneously. The role requires the ability to effectively prioritise and execute deliverables in a high-pressure environment, under limited direction.
• Professional certifications in communication, marketing, or related fields (highly desirable).
• Experience in working in Government communications or a similar environment (highly desirable).
• Proven experience developing and implementing communications strategies and materials for a variety of audiences (highly desirable)
• Australian Citizenship is a condition of eligibility.