Strategic Communications Lead: Campaigns & Media

Ltk-Australia; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) in New South Wales seeks a Communications Officer to lead strategic communications and deliver engaging content. You will manage NRAR’s media office, develop brand initiatives and coordinate cross‑agency campaigns.

You will work closely with subject matter experts, stakeholders and operations to provide timely updates, build trust in NSW water regulation, and ensure regulatory messaging is clear and effective.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing and delivering communication plans and campaigns across multiple channels.
• Proven media relations, brand development and issues management experience.
• Exceptional writing skills with ability to translate complex information into clear content.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver strategic communications and storytelling to support business objectives, brand reputation, and initiatives.
• Manage media relations, PR activity, crisis/issues management, and proactive storytelling across major channels.
• Plan and oversee a 12-month content and social media calendar across digital, print, and internal platforms.
• Provide high-level communications advice, research trends, and identify opportunities.
• Collaborate with marketing, design, and internal teams to deliver campaigns on time and within budget.

Skills

Media relations

Issues management

Social media strategy

Content calendar management

Writing skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in communications/public relations or related field

Job description

Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) in New South Wales seeks a Communications Officer to lead strategic communications and deliver engaging content. You will manage NRAR’s media office, develop brand initiatives and coordinate cross‑agency campaigns.

You will work closely with subject matter experts, stakeholders and operations to provide timely updates, build trust in NSW water regulation, and ensure regulatory messaging is clear and effective.