Communications Officer

Australian Submarine Agency; Canberra; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Submarine Agency in Canberra is seeking a Communications Officer to deliver complex communication and engagement activities that support the agency's mission and strategic objectives. The role spans communications, events, stakeholder engagement, issues management and corporate support functions; a Negative Vetting Level 2 security clearance is required.

You will work across government, Defence, industry and international stakeholders to translate technical information into clear,

Job description

Australian Submarine Agency – Canberra ACT

The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

Working across communications, events, stakeholder engagement, issues management and corporate support functions, the Communications Officer is accountable under broad direction for delivering complex communication and engagement activities that support the Australian Submarine Agency's mission and strategic objectives.

About the Team

The Communications team delivers strategic communication, media, stakeholder engagement, events and reputation management activities that support the Australian Submarine Agency's mission to deliver Australia’s sovereign conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarine program. The team develops and implements communication strategies, manages media and issues, provides executive communication support, delivers major events and stakeholder engagement activities, and produces content for internal and external audiences.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are a dynamic organization seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program.

We are seeking a highly motivated communications professional with experience delivering strategic communications, media, stakeholder engagement and event management activities in a complex environment. The ideal candidate will be a strong writer with excellent judgement, able to translate technical or sensitive information into clear and compelling communications for a range of audiences.

They will be proactive, organised and adaptable, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships across government, Defence, industry and international stakeholders. Experience in media, issues management, executive support, digital communications or major event delivery will be highly regarded.

The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, sound decision-making and a commitment to achieving outcomes in a fast-paced environment, while contributing positively to team culture and supporting the Australian Submarine Agency's strategic objectives.

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 2”.

The key duties of the position include:

The Role

The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

Working across communications, events, stakeholder engagement, issues management and corporate support functions, the Communications Officer is accountable under broad direction for delivering complex communication and engagement activities that support the Australian Submarine Agency's mission and strategic objectives.

About the Team

The Communications team delivers strategic communication, media, stakeholder engagement, events and reputation management activities that support the Australian Submarine Agency's mission to deliver Australia's sovereign conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarine program. The team develops and implements communication strategies, manages media and issues, provides executive communication support, delivers major events and stakeholder engagement activities, and produces content for internal and external audiences.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are a dynamic organization seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program.

We are seeking a highly motivated communications professional with experience delivering strategic communications, media, stakeholder engagement and event management activities in a complex environment. The ideal candidate will be a strong writer with excellent judgement, able to translate technical or sensitive information into clear and compelling communications for a range of audiences.

They will be proactive, organised and adaptable, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships across government, Defence, industry and international stakeholders. Experience in media, issues management, executive support, digital communications or major event delivery will be highly regarded.

The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, sound decision-making and a commitment to achieving outcomes in a fast-paced environment, while contributing positively to team culture and supporting the Australian Submarine Agency's strategic objectives.

Eligibility

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 2”.

Getting to know the Australian Submarine Agency

The Australian Submarine Agency was established on 1 July 2023 and is responsible and accountable for the management and oversight of Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine program.Australia’s acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines through the AUKUS partnership will be critical to ensuring our Defence Force has the capabilities needed to keep Australians safe.The Australian Submarine Agency operates under the Defence portfolio and maintains strong linkages with the Department of Defence. Our workforce comprises a mixture of Australian Public Servants, Australian Defence Force members and contractors.At the Australian Submarine Agency you will enjoy experiences and opportunities that, as an APS employee, you simply would not get in any other organisation. You are able to undertake interesting, challenging and unique work. This ranges from intelligence and strategic policy right through to human resources, communications, infrastructure and engineering, and information technology.As part of the Australian Submarine Agency you will be working at the cutting edge of capability delivery, supported by professionalisation pathways so you can continue to develop, along with unique and varied career opportunities.Our people are capable, committed and diverse. We support an inclusive culture that emphasises respect and collaboration and prioritises safety and security. Our greatest asset is our people.We offer flexible working arrangements and a range of formal and informal professional development opportunities.