EL1 Public Affair Officer

Onpoint 365; Canberra; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Onpoint 365 seeks an EL1 Public Affairs Officer to support planning and delivery of a major event in Canberra. The role covers strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and coordination with internal teams and external suppliers.

You will plan, manage budgets and contracts, and provide expert advice on events and media support, working under limited direction in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in event management, ideally large-scale events.
• Experience in public affairs, communications, media or stakeholder engagement roles.
• Relevant qualifications in communications, marketing, journalism or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders in complex environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the delivery of a major event alongside internal stakeholders and project teams.
• Manage external suppliers, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.
• Develop and manage event-related resources, briefs, budgets and contracts.
• Provide expert advice on events, communications and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Develop or oversee the development of communication materials for a range of audiences.
• Coordinate media requirements associated with the event.
• Manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes within tight timeframes.
• Provide support across broader communications and project priorities as required.
• Undertake other duties as needed.

Skills

Event management

Public affairs

Communications

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Education

Qualifications in communications/marketing/journalism or related field

Job description

EL1 Public Affair Officer

Duration: 7 months, potential 6 month extension Location: Canberra Hourly Rate: $81 - $92 per hour Clearance: Baseline

Our federal government client is seeking an experienced Public Affairs and Events Officer to support the planning and delivery of a significant event.

About the Role

Working under limited direction, you will lead key aspects of event planning and delivery while providing strategic communications and stakeholder engagement support. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, project teams and external suppliers to ensure successful event outcomes within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the delivery of a major event alongside internal stakeholders and project teams.
• Manage external suppliers, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.
• Develop and manage event-related resources, briefs, budgets and contracts.
• Provide expert advice on events, communications and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Develop or oversee the development of communication materials for a range of audiences.
• Coordinate media requirements associated with the event.
• Manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes within tight timeframes.
• Provide support across broader communications and project priorities as required.
• Undertake other duties as needed.

About You:

• Experience in event management, ideally involving large-scale events.
• Experience in public affairs, communications, media or stakeholder engagement roles.
• Relevant qualifications in communications, marketing, journalism or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders in complex environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement and manage competing priorities.

Desirable:

• Experience supporting media activities for events.
• Experience delivering high-profile or large-scale events involving a range of stakeholders.

Our Commitment

We are committed to inclusive and culturally safe recruitment practices and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and career stages. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

Additional information

• Duration: 7 months, potential 6 month extension
• Location: Canberra
• Clearance: Baseline

This advertisement may remain live after the role has closed. Applications submitted after the closing date may be considered for similar vacancies.