Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Manager

Southern NSW Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 153,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Manager to lead strategic communications for major health infrastructure redevelopment projects across Western Sydney.

Join the Corporate Communications team at Westmead Hospital to build trusted stakeholder partnerships, deliver campaigns, manage change initiatives and support government and executive engagement throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Communications or extensive experience in corporate communication, government or stakeholder relations within healthcare.
• Advanced communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver strategic communication and stakeholder engagement plans for major health infrastructure initiatives.
• Create content across digital, print, social media, intranet, events and media channels.
• Provide expert advice on stakeholder issues and reputation management in a high-profile environment.
• Lead engagement activities that support project milestones and change outcomes.
• Support governance, media activities, events and ministerial visits.

Skills

Advanced communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Communications

Job description

Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Manager

• Lead communications for landmark health redevelopment projects
• Join the team delivering NSW's largest mental health facility

Create impactful campaigns, build trusted stakeholder partnerships and drive engagement for major health infrastructure projects across Western Sydney.

Employment Type:Temporary Full Time (up to 12 months)
Position Classification:Health Manager Level 4
Remuneration: $77.44 - $92.27 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead Hospital

Are you a high performing communications and engagement professional ready to lead strategic communication and engagement for large projects?

Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a motivated Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Manager to work with the District’s communications team and alongside redevelopment project teams on some of the largest healthcare redevelopment projects in NSW.

Working with executives, clinicians, consumers, government representatives and project teams, you will deliver meaningful communications, manage complex stakeholder relationships and support the implementation of change management plans that help staff and communities navigate transformational change. This is a unique opportunity to shape major health developments and deliver lasting benefits for patients, staff and the Western Sydney community.

Where you'll be working Join the Corporate Communications team at Westmead Hospital, one of Australia's largest health and education precincts, and play a pivotal role in delivering communications and stakeholder engagement for some of the most significant health infrastructure projects in New South Wales.

Working alongside multidisciplinary redevelopment project teams, you will help support transformational change that enhances healthcare services for local communities. This includes the relocation of mental health services from Cumberland Hospital to a state-of-the-art new facility within the Westmead Health Precinct, as well as other major capital developments across the district.

• Be part of projects that will shape the future of healthcare in Western Sydney.
• Work within a high-performing Corporate Communications team partnering with senior executives, clinicians, government representatives and consumers.
• Collaborate across major redevelopment initiatives including Westmead, Rouse Hill, Blacktown and Mount Druitt.
• Thrive in a values-driven culture committed to innovation, collaboration and excellence.
• Access opportunities for professional growth while making a lasting impact on community health outcomes.

What you'll be doing This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced communications professional to lead strategic communications and engagement initiatives across Western Sydney Local Health District.

You will develop and deliver compelling strategies, campaigns and engagement activities that inform, connect and inspire diverse audiences throughout the project lifecycle.

• Develop and implement strategic communication and stakeholder engagement plans that support major health infrastructure initiatives.
• Create engaging content and campaigns across digital, print, social media, intranet, events and media channels, translating complex information into clear and accessible messaging.
• Provide expert advice on stakeholder issues, reputation management and communication approaches in a complex and high-profile environment.
• Lead communication and engagement activities that support project milestones, organisational priorities and change outcomes.
• Support project governance, media activities, official events, ministerial visits and reporting while ensuring alignment with NSW Health and WSLHD priorities and branding.

• Tertiary qualifications in Communications and/or extensive professional experience in Corporate Communication, Government or stakeholder relations, project change management or relevant experience within a healthcare setting.
• Advanced communication skills