Senior Strategic Communications Leader

ChoiceOne; Perth; On-site; AUD 126,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

12-month fixed-term contract

High-profile projects

Central Perth location with transit

Job summary

ChoiceOne in Perth seeks a Senior Communications Advisor for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will drive strategic messaging, media relations, and stakeholder engagement to support high-profile initiatives in local government.

You will advise senior leaders, develop content across platforms, and manage reputational risk while collaborating with executives and key stakeholders to influence public engagement and outcomes in Perth.

Qualifications

• Significant senior communications, media, or journalism experience.
• Ability to advise senior leaders and shape messaging.
• Experience in complex or politically sensitive environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic communication and media plans aligned to projects.
• Provide communications advice to executives and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare media releases, speeches, and messages for multiple channels.
• Manage media inquiries and reputational risks with consistent messaging.
• Build relationships with media, government, and community groups.
• Monitor coverage and deliver insights for improvement.

Skills

Media relations

Stakeholder engagement

Reputation management

Crisis communications

Written and verbal comms

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Communications/Journalism/Public Relations or related field

Job description

ChoiceOne in Perth seeks a Senior Communications Advisor for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will drive strategic messaging, media relations, and stakeholder engagement to support high-profile initiatives in local government.

You will advise senior leaders, develop content across platforms, and manage reputational risk while collaborating with executives and key stakeholders to influence public engagement and outcomes in Perth.