Remote Communications Officer: Security & Policy Campaigns

Remote Pty Ltd; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Remote Pty Ltd seeks a Communications Officer to support the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) in Canberra. You will design and deliver security communications campaigns for overseas posts and domestic offices, contribute to security awareness, and manage communications across written, digital, and events.

The role emphasizes collaboration, policy-driven advisories, and governance in a dynamic security context, working within the Diplomatic Security Division to protect personnel and

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience drafting correspondence, briefs and reports.
• Ability to collaborate and build enduring relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience working in a complex, high tempo environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and promotion of the DFAT Security Framework (DSF).
• Develop innovative communications and awareness materials (written, digital, graphic, and creative events).
• Conduct outreach to staff relating to the DSF and security initiatives.
• Manage administrative tasks relating to the day-to-day operations of the section.
• Contribute to the achievement of section and branch objectives.
• Support the Security Policy, Training and Culture team to conduct analysis and deliver timely security advice.
• Periodically manage the section mailbox and provide accurate written advice, escalating more complex enquires as necessary.
• Report regularly to the EL1 on issues that may impact the section or branch.
• Develop the ability to interpret legislation, policy, and regulations to support recommendations in relation to communicating security issues/policy.
• Nurture relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Graphic Design

Event Management

Training & Assessment

Public Relations

Technical Writing

Job description

Remote Pty Ltd seeks a Communications Officer to support the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) in Canberra. You will design and deliver security communications campaigns for overseas posts and domestic offices, contribute to security awareness, and manage communications across written, digital, and events.

The role emphasizes collaboration, policy-driven advisories, and governance in a dynamic security context, working within the Diplomatic Security Division to protect personnel and