Manager Communications (002542)

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Hours per fortnight
Up to 73.5 hours - flexible options available.
Duties
Provide informed, authoritative and timely advice on external communications activities including media management.
Provide high quality advice to the Director, Secretary and internal stakeholders, and communication practitioners in other agencies on communication policy and trends that influence or are relevant to government communications and marketing activities.
Represent the Department internally and externally by providing expertise negotiating outcomes, liaising with and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, including the Premier’s Office and Ministerial Offices, that help achieve the strategic priorities of the Communications Unit and the Department.
Provide strategic leadership of the Tasmanian Government Communications Policy, including the Tasmanian Government Branding and Logo Policy, and communications website, to motivate best practice in all Government agencies.
Oversee the strategic management of major events with a high public profile such as the Government’s show exhibit, National Australia Day Program events, and other significant state events.
Manage and negotiate contracts and processes for external communications and marketing services and platforms, including the Panel of Preferred Providers of Marketing and Communication Services, whole‑of‑government media monitoring contract and media library.
Provide strategic leadership and manage the Communications Unit (including financial and human resources) to provide services that ensure that DPAC’s internal and external communications are effective, and reflect and contribute to the strategic direction of the agency.
The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying positions at this classification level.
Desirable Requirements
A degree or other relevant tertiary qualification and considerable experience in public administration and governance.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
SoD - Manager Communications - 002542 .docx
SoD - Manager Communications - 002542 .pdf
Short Application - FAQs.DOCX
Short Application - FAQs.pdf
How to apply
Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.
You will be prompted to upload a 1-2 page short application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties and a resume.
Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
If you have any difficulty uploading your application, please contact us prior to the closing date on (03) 6270 5*** or (03) 6270 5***.
For more information
Courtney InghamManager Ministerial and Executive ServicesEmail Address: ***************@dpac.tas.gov.auPhone: 0438 181 ***