AddressYou’re a leader who takes ownership and actively creates positive change.
You will be excited by the opportunity to set the communications strategy and redefine the service model.
In this role, you’ll
Join our People, Communication & Workplaces enabling division that provides human resources services, communication, workplace services and intergovernmental services including government relations, ministerial and parliamentary services. We’re building an authentic organisational culture where everyone feels empowered to make a real difference to tackle the challenges of tomorrow.
Reporting to the Deputy Secretary, People, Communication & Workplaces, you will be an integral part of our newly established Division Leadership Team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for defining and delivering the internal and external communications, marketing and media activities for Transport for NSW. As we are rolling these functions into a centralised team, bringing each team on the journey and setting team culture will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of these services.
Marketing and external communications is a core responsibility of this role, particularly communications and marketing around operational readiness for major transport projects, advertising and safety campaigns.
This is also a proactive media focused position and will require deep political nous and experience of dealing with demanding stakeholders at all levels, including internally, other government departments and Ministerial offices. We need someone that brings strong experience proactively, rather than reactively, managing media.
You will provide oversight of corporate affairs support and communications advice to the Secretary and Executives to improve the quality of targeted communication, relationships and information management.
This is a full-time ongoing Transport Senior Service Executive TSSE2B level role offering an attractive remuneration package.
For more information on this position, view the role description.
About you
You are first and foremost a strategic advisor; an experienced people leader with expertise and proven success in leading strategic communications as well as leading teams through change and building a positive culture while driving day-to-day outcomes. You have an excellent knowledge of and experience within the media landscape, with a considered and proactive approach to messaging, branding and issues management. You also have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of government and the political context in which Transport for NSW operates.
You are forward thinking, proactive and highly effective at navigating ambiguity, complexity and change, with the gravitas and interpersonal skills to influence and foster strong relationships with senior executives to build trust and drive outcomes. This is a role for someone with the experience and nous to manage high profile, sensitive issues that have a significant impact on the public, political and media landscape.
Most importantly, you are passionate about delivering exceptional service to your stakeholders, supporting and enabling colleagues and teams to achieve outstanding outcomes for the organisation and for the people of NSW.
Join us
Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.
We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.
This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team’s home base location with remote days.
What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now!
Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 30 June.
For more information about this role, please contact *********@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.
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