EL1 Communications Manager

The Department:
You will be working within a Government Agency highly focused around supporting everyday Australians through the provision of community services and relevant public campaigns. Highly focused on for purpose community work, you will be joining a department invested in both supporting their staff and the greater public.
  
  
The Role:
As the EL1 Communications Manager, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of various Communication strategies and activities.
  
Additionally, you will manage, empower and mentor a small team of dedicated and passionate communications professionals.
  
This is a new opportunity to join a central communications team in one of the largest Government departments. You will be supporting programs that relate to disability, mental health, women’s health, families and children.
  
This is an interesting and meaningful role in a supportive team. Your role will have a variety of communication work such as assisting with the drafts of communications plans and strategies, drafting social media content and supporting content for websites.
  
  
Role Responsibilities:

• Lead a small team in close consultation with your Director to support the development and implementation of communication plans and strategies
• Develop strong, trusted relationships with policy and program areas, anticipating and assessing their strategic communication needs
• Develop communication material for various audiences, which may include social media and web content, communication and stakeholder products, videos and accessible communication materials.
• Provide expert communication advice to policy and program areas to inform planning processes including branding, market research, and best-practice communication approaches
• Manage external suppliers in a complex and fast moving environment, meeting tight timeframes and delivering quality results under pressure.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies and activities to guide development of future communication and engagement.

  
  
Your Skills and Experience:
We are looking for someone with a passion for improving the wellbeing of Australians, who can build strong relationships with our client areas. You will have excellent writing skills and will be comfortable developing and implementing communication plans and tactics.

Previous experience working in a strategic communications role at either the APS6 or EL1 level is required. Non APS experience will not be considered for this role.
  
Benefits and What’s in it for you:

• Beautiful, modern office
• Hybrid working arrangements on offer
• Strong, inclusive & cohesive workplace culture
• Southside location with cheaper parking than the City!

  
  
Eligibility and How to Apply:
To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
  
A baseline security clearance is essential for this position, and you must be willing and able to undertake the clearance process as part of your onboarding, if not already held.

To apply for this position please click ‘apply now’ and upload a simple word version of your CV. A Cover letter is optional. For a confidential discussion feel free to reach out to Tanisha Hine on 0428 763 ***.
  
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Diversity and Inclusion: We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all. Your unique perspective and talents are valuable to us, and we encourage you to apply.