Senior Director of Strategic Communications

eHealth NSW; Willoughby; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Work-life balance

Job summary

eHealth NSW is seeking a Head of Strategic Communications to lead a large, dynamic team and drive strategic internal and external communications across NSW Health. The role informs, engages and inspires the workforce, elevating our corporate narrative.

The role requires strong leadership, media management, and stakeholder engagement skills to ensure clear, consistent messaging across a complex health system. Hybrid work options available in Chatswood/St Leonard’s area.

Qualifications

• Extensive strategic communications experience within a large, complex organisation.
• Demonstrated leadership capability managing communications teams, building capability and a high-performing culture.
• Exceptional media and issues management expertise with senior leaders.
• Strong analytical and storytelling skills using data and insights to shape narratives.
• Tertiary qualifications in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of strategic communication plans aligning with organisational priorities and stakeholder needs.
• Shape the organisation's reputation through proactive media engagement and public affairs leadership.
• Provide trusted advice to the Chief Executive and senior executives on complex issues.
• Drive brand awareness and engagement through targeted campaigns and events.
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary communications team delivering high-performing outcomes.

Skills

Strategic communications

Media relations

Public affairs

Brand management

Executive communications

Education

Communications degree

Job description

eHealth NSW is seeking a Head of Strategic Communications to lead a large, dynamic team and drive strategic internal and external communications across NSW Health. The role informs, engages and inspires the workforce, elevating our corporate narrative.

The role requires strong leadership, media management, and stakeholder engagement skills to ensure clear, consistent messaging across a complex health system. Hybrid work options available in Chatswood/St Leonard’s area.