Strategic Communications Advisor

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

Senior Communications Advisor

12-Month Fixed-Term Contract | Local Government | $125,955 - $133,450 + Super

Are you a strategic communications professional looking to make a meaningful impact in one of Perth's most visible and dynamic local government organisations?

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Communications Advisor to join their team on a 12-month full-time contract with the possibility of continuation. Based in the heart of Perth, this is an exciting opportunity to influence public engagement, shape key messaging, and support high-profile initiatives that positively impact the local community.

About the Role

Reporting to the Media and Communications Lead, you will play a key role in protecting and enhancing the organisation's reputation through the delivery of strategic communication and media initiatives. You will provide trusted advice to senior leaders, develop engaging content across multiple platforms, manage media relations, and support community engagement outcomes.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and key stakeholders while contributing to projects that help shape the future of Perth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic communication and media plans that support organisational objectives and major projects.


• Provide expert communications advice to senior executives and key internal stakeholders.


• Prepare media releases, speeches, statements, key messages, and content for digital, social and traditional media channels.


• Manage media enquiries, emerging issues and reputational risks, ensuring consistent and effective messaging.


• Build and maintain positive relationships with media representatives, government agencies and community stakeholders.


• Monitor media coverage and communication performance, providing insights and recommendations to support continuous improvement.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Significant experience in a senior communications, media or journalism position, ideally within a complex or politically sensitive environment.


• Strong expertise in media relations, stakeholder engagement, reputation management and crisis communications.


• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences.


• Demonstrated experience providing strategic advice and support to senior executives and leadership teams.


• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.


• A current National Police Clearance (or willingness to obtain one).

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary package of $125,955 - $133,450 plus superannuation


• 12-month fulltime fixed-term contract with the possibility of continuation


• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects that impact the Perth community


• Collaborative and supportive team environment


• Central Perth location with excellent public transport access


• The chance to contribute to a respected and community-focused organisation