Strategic Communications & Engagement Lead

Forest Products Commission; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest Products Commission seeks an experienced leader to steer strategic communications and engagement, advising the CEO and executive team on priorities, sentiment and reputational risks. You will guide internal and external messaging, sponsor relations and media management, with travel to regional locations as required.

As Manager, you will lead a dedicated team, shape the organisation's public profile and ensure communications align with government policy and organisational priorities.

Qualifications

• Strategic and forward-thinking leader with strong business acumen.
• Excellent stakeholder management across government, industry and community.
• Proven track record advising executives on complex issues and reputational risk.

Responsibilities

• Lead FPC's strategic communications and engagement agenda.
• Develop and deliver integrated internal and external communication strategies.
• Provide expert advice on reputation management and stakeholder engagement.
• Build and maintain relationships across government, industry, community and diverse stakeholders.
• Oversee media, corporate communications, sponsorships and engagement initiatives.
• Support organisational change and business priorities through effective communication.
• Lead and develop a high-performing communications team.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Media management

Reputation management

Government relations

Team leadership

Change communications

Job description

Forest Products Commission seeks an experienced leader to steer strategic communications and engagement, advising the CEO and executive team on priorities, sentiment and reputational risks. You will guide internal and external messaging, sponsor relations and media management, with travel to regional locations as required.

As Manager, you will lead a dedicated team, shape the organisation's public profile and ensure communications align with government policy and organisational priorities.