APS6 Senior Strategic Communications Officer

Comcare (Australian Government); Canberra; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Strategic Communications Officer to enhance its external communications. This part-time role involves collaborating with stakeholders to create impactful communication strategies and compelling content that aligns with best practices and brand guidelines. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving communication campaigns and ensuring consistency across all messaging. If you're passionate about strategic communication and looking to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing communication strategies and campaigns.
• Ability to write compelling copy and ensure brand consistency.

Responsibilities

• Drive communications campaigns and create information assets.
• Develop strategies and guide stakeholders for clear messaging.

Skills

Strategic Communication

Copywriting

Campaign Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Tertiary qualifications in marketing or communications

Job description

This is a part-time opportunity, up to 4 days or 30 hours per week. Salary will be paid to part-time employees on a pro-rata basis.

Overview of the Team

The Strategic Communications Unit sits in the wider Marketing and Communications Team and is responsible for supporting the strategic direction of Comcare by developing and delivering external communications products, services and messages for Comcare. The team also offers graphic design services and works collaboratively across the business to deliver best-practice external communications.

Overview of the Role

The Senior Strategic Communications Officer works with subject matter experts and internal stakeholders to drive communications campaigns and create and deliver Comcare’s suite of information assets. The Senior Strategic Communications Officer develops communication strategies, guiding stakeholders to ensure their messaging is clear, fit for purpose and disseminated through appropriate channels. Supporting the vision of the Marketing and Communications team, the position will write compelling copy and encourage best practice communication. This includes ensuring consistency across all communications in line with brand guidelines and best practice.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in marketing, communications, public relations or similar field are highly desirable.

Eligibility and Specific Conditions of Employment

• Character clearance (Australian Criminal History Check).
• Employee Health Declaration.
• Six months probationary period for new engagements.

How to apply

Please review the Job Information Pack below and provide a statement of claims with your responses outlining what you could bring to this position including your skills, experience and knowledge relevant to the job specific capabilities and role (maximum 2 pages).

Please note: The vacancy closes at 11:59pm, Australian Eastern Daylight Time (Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney time). If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact [e-mail]