Media and Communications Consultant

Having a diverse workforce that represents the wider Tasmanian community is very important to us and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who may identify as LGBTQI+, and all genders. We also recognise the value, unique skills and knowledge that Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people.We support reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact person listed for this vacancy.We understand that people have different needs to manage their work and life and to support people we embrace the benefits of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.Period of Appointment36 MonthsHours per fortnightUp to 73.5 hours - flexible options available.Duties * Lead the development and implementation of high-level Media and Communications strategies for the department and individual business units and at a whole-of-government level when required.

• Provide strategic advice to DPAC business units, and whole-of-government clients on a variety of media, communications, and marketing issues.

• Build and maintain proactive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders to produce communications materials, including liaison with creative agencies, printers and photographers as required, and provide quality control to ensure the agency is promoted in a professional way.

• Manage critical media issues through liaison with stakeholders including the Government Media Office and Ministerial Advisors. Research and prepare written material as required.

• Oversee and deliver projects and programs of strategic importance, including management of contracts for external service providers.

• Work to ensure all communication complies with departmental policies, the Tasmanian Government Branding and Communications Policy.

• 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 current full motor vehicle license

• Relevant formal tertiary qualification in Communications or similar and 3-5 years of professional experience in a similar media or communications role.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsHow to applyElectronic 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 5607 or (03) 6270 5599.For more informationAmira Vaatstra
Manager CommunicationsPhone: 0438 132 939