Engagement & Communications Specialist

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Capital Territory’s City and Environment Directorate (CED) seeks a Communications and Engagement Officer to join our team in Canberra. You will help inform Canberrans about government programs and provide opportunities to participate in decisions.

In this role you will develop and deliver communications that are clear, timely and audience-focused across diverse projects, working with stakeholders and supporting campaigns in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary education qualifications and/or previous experience in communication, marketing, media/public relations or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to translate complex information into clear, accessible content.
• Experience across diverse projects and stakeholder engagement is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver clear, timely, audience-focused communications and engagement activities.
• Prepare high-quality content for a range of channels.
• Contribute to integrated communication strategies and campaigns.
• Work with stakeholders and provide responsive communications support on emerging issues.

Skills

Audience-first communications

Content writing

Relationship building

Project prioritization

Collaboration across teams

Digital communications

Education

Tertiary education in communications/marketing

Tools

CMS

Social media platforms

Job description

Australian Capital Territory’s City and Environment Directorate (CED) seeks a Communications and Engagement Officer to join our team in Canberra. You will help inform Canberrans about government programs and provide opportunities to participate in decisions.

In this role you will develop and deliver communications that are clear, timely and audience-focused across diverse projects, working with stakeholders and supporting campaigns in a fast-paced setting.