Communication And Engagement Officer

• 4 months contract
• $60 - $68 per hour + 11% super
• Government client based in Woden - Flexible arrangements available

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Communications Specialist to join a Government contract. As a communications generalist, you will play a pivotal role in managing a diverse workload, ranging from drafting media releases to participating in video shoots and Engagement pop-up events. This position requires autonomy and collaboration, as you'll be working independently while also collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders across various projects.
What You Will Do: Under limited direction, the Communications Specialist will:

• Support the delivery of effective community and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Assist in planning, producing, coordinating, and implementing communication materials, campaigns, and programs for infrastructure projects.
• Write, create, edit, curate, and publish engaging content across various channels, including social media, websites, and electronic mail.
• Coordinate events, presentations, displays, and provide support at community engagement activities.
• Handle reactive media enquiries, produce media materials, organise media briefings, and prepare media reporting.

What You Require:

• Content Creation and Communication Strategies: Proven experience in content creation, planning, and implementing communication strategies across various mediums and channels.
• Stakeholder and Community Engagement: Good knowledge and experience in planning and delivering contemporary communication, stakeholder, and community engagement activities.
• Media and Reputation Management: Experience in both reactive and pro-active media and reputation management, including producing media materials and organising media briefings.

Desirable:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or a minimum of 3 years' experience in communications, content production, media, public relations, marketing, or strategic communications.
• IAP2 Qualifications

REF: 264194
To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Antonia Levantis on 02 61519211 or email: alevantis@paxus.com.au and quote the above job reference number.
Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process please contact me on the above contact details.