Multiple Positions - Media And Communication Section - Aps Level 6

• Ongoing / Non-ongoing
• Salary: $94 729 to $105 669 plus 15.4% superannuation
• Canberra, ACT (flexible work applications may be considered)

Employment OpportunityThe Media and Communication section delivers external and internal communication services and products on behalf of the Attorney-General's Department. This includes media management, strategic communication, online communication, internal communication, graphic design and advertising campaigns.We are seeking APS 6 officers to fill several vacancies, with responsibilities for each role outlined below. Successful candidates may also be invited to participate in the media on-call roster for additional remuneration.A merit pool is being established for anticipated vacancies over the next 18 months.Strategic communication officer responsibilities:

• Develop and implement communication strategies and products for key departmental projects and initiatives.
• Provide high-level communication advice and support to senior management and business areas.
• Develop and deliver creative, high-quality, multi-channel communication products including stakeholder packs, social media posts, digital content and other adhoc communication.
• Transform complex legislation and policy into informative and accessible content.

Web content editor responsibilities:

• Write and edit website content with exceptional attention to detail, applying APS Style Manual guidance and accessibility best practice.
• Coordinate and negotiate with content owners to deliver high quality online information and products, including online consultations.
• Provide advice on content design and structure, including website information architecture.
• Educate and support stakeholders to understand writing for the web and web content accessibility.

Media officer responsibilities:

• Under limited supervision coordinate media enquiry responses, including liaising with internal and external stakeholders and senior executives.
• Draft and edit media releases, talking points, Q&A documents etc.
• Participate in a (remunerated) on-call roster for media management, which may involve out-of-hours work including on some weekends and public holidays.
• Assist staff with media monitoring requirements.

Internal communication officer responsibilities:

• Source, draft, edit and coordinate content for the department’s internal newsletter and intranet.
• Provide strategic internal communication advice and support to the department’s senior leadership.
• Develop and deliver creative and effective internal communication strategies to support key corporate projects and initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with the department’s networks and committees to deliver internal communication activities and events.

Campaign officer responsibilities:

• Have experience delivering Australian Government advertising campaigns including assisting in developing, implementing and evaluating communication strategies.
• Provide support and advice to a range of stakeholders throughout all stages of the government advertising campaign process.
• Draft a range of communication documents and products, including campaign briefs and reports.
• Assist with contract, procurement and supplier management as well as provide support in managing project timelines and budgets.

How you can help us make a differenceWe seek people who bring external ideas, diverse experience, and global perspectives, and are willing to explore innovative ways of working. People who work for us will display leadership at all levels, apply information effectively in order to solve problems, and work collaboratively to achieve outcomes.Our ideal candidates will have:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to write succinctly in plain language and communicate with influence.
• Great judgement, including the ability to problem solve and respond constructively to tight deadlines and change.
• Good people skills and a sound work ethic to develop and maintain productive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently and also cohesively within a small team.
• A collaborative approach with a willingness to support work outside their core function.

Other qualifications:Communication or communication-related qualifications or equivalent experience in a communication role is essential for these positions.