EL1 Communications Manager - 3 month contract

Capital Recruit; Canberra; On-site; AUD 148,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Recruit seeks an experienced EL1 Communications Manager for an initial three-month contract with a government agency in Canberra. You will lead the development of the corporate communications strategy and translate priorities into actionable plans, coordinating with the internal team and senior stakeholders.

The role requires strategic thinking, autonomy, and a background in government communications to drive alignment and meaningful outcomes during the contract period.

Qualifications

• Experience developing corporate communications strategies.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage priorities.
• Experience in a government environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop a corporate communications strategy aligned with the organisation's Corporate Plan.
• Translate objectives into practical comms strategies, plans and deliverables.
• Collaborate with the Communications and Media team to identify needs and activities.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to identify priorities and ensure alignment.
• Provide expert advice on comms planning, messaging and engagement.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen communications capability and consistency.
• Develop recommendations and an actionable approach to implementing the strategy.

Skills

Corporate comms strategy

Strategic thinking

Autonomous work

Government experience

Job description

EL1 Communications Manager - 3 month contract

The RoleWe're seeking an experienced Communications Manager to join a small government agency for an initial three month period, but an extension is possible.

We’re seeking an experienced communications professional who has a strong track record of developing and delivering agency-wide corporate communications strategies and plans. You’ll take the lead on this piece of work, operating with a high degree of autonomy while drawing on the support and collaboration of a small, established communications team.

This is a great opportunity for a strategic thinker who can translate an organisation’s corporate priorities into a clear, actionable communications strategy that drives alignment and delivers meaningful outcomes.

The initial contract is for three months, with the possibility of an extension depending on the scope of the Corporate Plan and ongoing business requirements.

Duties

• Develop a corporate communications strategy aligned with the organisation's newly finalised Corporate Plan.
• Translate corporate objectives and priorities into practical communications strategies, plans and deliverables.
• Work collaboratively with the Communications and Media team to understand organisational needs and existing communication activities.
• Engage with senior stakeholders and business areas to identify communication priorities and ensure strategic alignment.
• Provide expert advice on corporate communications planning, messaging and stakeholder engagement.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen communications capability, consistency and effectiveness across the organisation.
• Develop recommendations and an actionable approach to implementing the corporate communications strategy.

To be considered for this opportunity, you'll need

• Demonstrated experience developing corporate communications strategies, ideally translating a corporate or organisational plan into a strategic communications framework
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and develop clear, actionable recommendations
• The ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes within a short timeframe
• Experience working in a government environment (essential)

Eligibility

Applicants must hold a current Baseline security clearance to be considered for this opportunity.

Diversity and Inclusion: We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all. Your unique perspective and talents are valuable to us, and we encourage you to apply.