National Strategic Communications Lead

Australian Taxation Office; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

National reach

Job summary

Australian Taxation Office is seeking an APS6 Strategic Communications Officer to support a nationwide program delivering long-term policy and communication outcomes. You will develop compelling content, briefs and reports while coordinating messaging across government and stakeholders to inform decision-making.

The role emphasizes strategic engagement, ministerial submissions, and high-quality written materials, with hybrid working arrangements and national reach across Australia.

Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience developing briefs, reports, communications or policy documents.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management abilities.
• Sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting strategic projects, communications or policy initiatives within government or related environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and publish briefs, reports, and correspondence.
• Support strategic engagement activities across government, industry and community stakeholders.
• Contribute to ministerial submissions, briefing packs and executive communications.
• Conduct research and analysis to support policy and communication outcomes.
• Assist with stakeholder engagement and consultation activities.
• Support senior leaders in preparation for domestic and international engagements.
• Monitor emerging issues and provide strategic communication advice.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Stakeholder management

Decision making

Analytical research

Team collaboration

Policy communication

Tools

WCAG knowledge

Job description

Australian Taxation Office is seeking an APS6 Strategic Communications Officer to support a nationwide program delivering long-term policy and communication outcomes. You will develop compelling content, briefs and reports while coordinating messaging across government and stakeholders to inform decision-making.

The role emphasizes strategic engagement, ministerial submissions, and high-quality written materials, with hybrid working arrangements and national reach across Australia.