APS5 Communications Officer and APS6 Strategic Communications officer

This leading Federal government agency supports Australian’s in achieving their goals and helps them to live a better life. Their work has an impact on a significant area in the social sector, and you can contribute to the difference that they make in this role. This agency is known for having a great culture across different teams and have excellent office locations. A great opportunity for an experienced Communications officer to join this busy team for a long term 12-month temporary assignment.The APS5 Strategic Communications Officer is a team membership position and is accountable for organising their workflow and making independent decisions relating to an area of responsibility. The position will be required to provide policy advice within an area of specialisation with advice based on policies and legislation. The APS6 position is a team lead position.The position will have a considerable level of contact with internal and external stakeholders and will be required to communicate with and provide advice on a range of matters to resolve moderately complex to complex enquiries.Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Assisting with designing, developing, implementing and evaluating content, communication strategies and products.
• Providing specialist advice and interpretation of communication processes, guidelines and policies.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders, scoping needs, resolving issues and achieving positive outcomes.
• Assisting with scheduling, coordination and publishing communication content. • Undertaking a wide variety of general tasks as required, including managing inbox enquiries, preparing reports on communication activities, and providing content for internal stakeholders.

Key skills required for role/s:

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to multitask and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail

Desirable skills to have for the role/s:

• Experience in communications strategy/ plan development
• Good networking skills

Benefits:
 ASAP start (pending Federal Police Clearance)
 12-month temporary assignment with the possibility of extension
 Full time hours Monday to Friday
 Geelong + hybrid working from home options.
 APS5 $55.24 per hour + Super, APS6 $60.26 per hour plus superThis role closes for applications 27th June 2024Email zoe.eagles@chandlermacleod.com for more information.Must be Australian Citizen to apply and obtain a National Police checkAt Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusionShare this jobInterested in this job?Save JobCreate as alertSimilar JobsSCHEMA MARKUP ( This text will only show on the editor. )Part of RGF Staffing APEJ, Chandler Macleod, we get people.sOur specialtiesOur specialtiesAdviceMore from usChandler Macleod acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country. We pay our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to elders past and present, whose land we stand upon today.