APS 6 - Media and Communications Officer

• Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commission
• Canberra - Melbourne - Sydney

Position Description:
As an APS 6 in the Media and Communications team, you will be an integral member supporting the Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commission’s external and internal communications and engagements.The role will support the establishment of the Commission’s Communications area in line with the Commission’s Communication Strategy. Key responsibilities will include either:

• managing the Commission’s public facing communication channels, developing communications in line with approved messaging, and assisting in maintaining the Commission’s digital presence, or
• developing content and graphics for the Commission’s online presence, including the website and social media channels.

Our ideal candidate will have a willingness to learn, be flexible to changing and competing priorities, and have strong organisational and digital skills.This position will require high-level communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders effectively.This role is suited to someone who can collaborate with others, can appropriately and empathetically explore different viewpoints, and can work in a dynamic environment.Please review the job pack for the full position description.Eligibility / Additional Requirements:
To be eligible for employment with Department of Social Services (the department), you must be an Australian citizen. An applicant's suitability for employment with the Department will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This will include an identity and criminal history background check.Eligibility to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance:
The suitable applicant must also obtain and maintain a security clearance conducted by the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA).Applicants also must be able to establish their background as checkable to be considered eligible for a security clearance. Any gaps or periods of time spent overseas for 12 or more months (cumulative) that cannot be verified by an Australian referee is deemed uncheckable, rendering the applicant ineligible for a security clearance. Background history must cover 5 / 10 years (Baseline / Negative Vet 1 or Negative Vet 2) of employment, education, residential, criminal history and anything else specified by the AGSVA. The suitable applicant must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information to fulfil this process.Type / Length of Vacancy: Ongoing / Non-ongoingContact Officer Name: Meagan PrabhakarContact Officer Phone: 0472 675 986Contact Officer Email: meagan.prabhakar@dfsvc.gov.auApplication Closing Date: 13-May-2024How to apply:

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