Communications Officer

Council Jobs; Canberra; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Canberra is seeking a Communications Officer to join the Communications and Engagement Branch in Canberra. You will support the development, coordination and delivery of effective communication and engagement activities to keep ACT Public Service employees informed and aligned with the organisation’s vision and goals.

As the Communications Officer you will draft materials for diverse audiences, liaise with stakeholders, publish web content on SharePoint and coordinate in-person and

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in communications, community engagement, public relations, marketing, media or a related discipline will be highly regarded.
• Working with Vulnerable People Check required or the ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Draft communication and engagement products for different audiences and channels.
• Liaise with colleagues and stakeholders to gather accurate content.
• Undertake web publishing and page development using SharePoint.
• Coordinate engagement activities and events both in person and virtually, including scheduling, drafting agendas, invitations/RSVPs, event logistics etc.
• Undertake administrative tasks including track workflows/approvals and deadlines, prepare/format documents and presentations, update templates, etc.
• Maintain a schedule of communication and engagement activities.
• Assist with coordinating communication plans and community engagement programs when required.

Education

Tertiary qualification in communications or related discipline

Job description

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 5
Salary: $95,722 - $100,956 plus superannuation
Position No: 70312
Directorate: Digital Canberra
Advertised (Gazettal date): 07 October 2026
Contact Officer: Melanie Milsom on**************@act.gov.auor0430686***

Details

Digital Canberra is looking for a Communications Officer to join the Communications and Engagement Branch.

The Communications and Engagement Branch supports Digital Canberra to achieve its objectives and outcomes by providing strategic advice and delivering high-quality communications, engagement, and media outcomes for our stakeholders.

As the Communications Officer, you will support the development, coordination and delivery of effective communication and engagement activities that keep Digital Canberra and ACT Public service employees informed, engaged and aligned with the organisation’s vision and goals.

As the Communications Officer, you will:

• Draft communication and engagement products for different audiences and channels.
• Liaise with colleagues and stakeholders to gather accurate and up to date content.
• Undertake web publishing and page development using SharePoint.
• Coordinate engagement activities and events both in person and virtually, including scheduling, drafting agendas, invitations/RSVPs, event logistics etc.
• Undertake administrative tasks including track workflows/approvals and deadlines, prepare/format documents and presentations, update templates, etc.
• Maintain a schedule of communication and engagement activities.
• Assist with coordinating communication plans and community engagement programs when required.

Eligibility/Other Requirements

• A tertiary qualification in communications, community engagement, public relations, marketing, media or a related discipline will be highly regarded.
• A Working with Vulnerable People Check, or the ability to obtain and maintain one. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to -Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra

Note

This is a temporary position available from 1 November 2026 to 30 June 2027 with the possibility of permanency.

A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

Closes

21 October 2026

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.