El1 Communication Account Manager

12-Month Contract with possibility of extension | Labour-HIre or S26 Transfer Opportunity | Canberra Location 

OVERVIEW

Our Federal Government client is currently seeking an experienced Communication Account Manager to join their team at the EL1 level. Within this role you will lead a small team in close consultation with your Director to support the development, implementation and evaluation of integrated communication strategies and plans.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain successful relationships with business areas, anticipating and assessing their strategic communication needs.
• Develop and manage associated communication resources, budgets and contracts.
• Develop communication material for various audiences, which may include social media and web content, communication and stakeholder products, videos and accessible communication materials.
• Work in consultation with the Department’s media branch to coordinate and respond to media enquiries regarding the Scheme.
• Monitor and report on the implementation of strategic communication initiatives.
• Work effectively as part of a team to deliver results and effectively manage personal workloads with minimal supervision.

• A degree or diploma with a major in journalism, communications, public relations or marketing is highly desirable.
• Experience in the delivery of strategic communication, marketing or advertising in Government or private sector is highly desirable.
• Research and make decisions based on sound judgement, expertise and knowledge.
• Manage multiple deadlines and show attention to detail and quality.
• Readily adapt to changing circumstances and priorities in a fast-paced and supportive environment.
• Support others in your team.
• Establish clear work plans and timeframes for self and others

SOS Recruitment is committed to the principles of workplace diversity and equity in employment and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, women, people with family responsibilities, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, religious beliefs and LGBTIQ people.

This is a security assessed position. Applicants must be an Australian citizen, with successful candidate holding a Baseline Australian Government security clearance and undergo other employment suitability checks.

Please be advised If the closing date has passed for the particular position(s) you are interested in, we still encourage an application. Occasionally late applications are accepted and in addition we will retain your resume on our system for other positions as they arise.