Communications Adviser

Level 5 | Fixed term – full time with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) leads the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment.
About the opportunity
There is currently one (1) 12 month fixed-term position available for immediate filling.
This exciting opportunity will allow you to provide strategic input and develop innovative communication and stakeholder engagement strategies to engage with stakeholders from the primary industries sector, peak bodies and government. This role will work collaboratively with the wider communications team and across the department to develop the department’s major stakeholder activities including corporate events, community displays, roundtables, workshops and other external events with stakeholders. You will play a key role in developing and maintaining the department’s consultation platform and electronic newsletters, ensuring all information and messages are integrated across various platforms.
We are looking for individuals with:

• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing communication and stakeholder engagement strategies within a complex organisation.
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to think creatively.
• Experience supporting major stakeholder activities including corporate events, community displays, roundtables, workshops and other engagement events with stakeholders.
• Experience using engagement tools and templates, including Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software, marketing automation tools, stakeholder engagement plans and style guides.
• Highly developed written/verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisation skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.

For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Equity and Diversity
At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
How to Apply
Click the Apply button and attach the following to your application:

• A comprehensive CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including details of two (2) referees.
• A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to the following Work Related Requirements:
• Demonstrated experience to develop and implement communications strategies and projects to support effective communication within a complex environment.
• Demonstrated experience to develop and supervise the production of a range of communication tools including displays, internet/intranet site, major internal and external events, promotional items, etc.

It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information. All Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Need further information?
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Tess Randall, Stakeholder Engagement Manager at or phone (08) 9368 3105 during office hours.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in the first instance. For further information about the recruitment process please contact our Employment team on (08) 6552 1943.
Employment Conditions and Additional Information
DPIRD is an Emergency Management Agency for animal and plant biosecurity and all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies.
Am I eligible to apply?
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.
You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to appointment at the applicant’s expense.
This process may be used to fill other same/similar fixed term, permanent, vacancies that arise in DPIRD at locations listed in this advert. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the approval of the initial recruitment decision.
The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job-related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted).