Strategic Communications Officer, APS6 – National Defence

Chandler Macleod; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of our client for an exceptional opportunity within a high-profile Federal Government agency supporting Australia’s most significant long-term capability program. This is an APS6 Communications Officer role to support the Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) in delivering complex communications aligned with national defence initiatives.

The Communications Officer (APS6) will handle strategic communications, events, stakeholder engagement and corporate

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering strategic communications in complex environments.
• Strong written communication skills and excellent judgement.
• Strong organisation skills with a proactive, adaptable approach.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capability.
• Experience in media, issues management, executive support, digital communications or major event delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strategic communications, stakeholder engagement and event activities in a complex environment
• Support issues management and reputation management activities
• Produce clear, accurate and compelling communication products for internal and external audiences
• Translate technical and/or sensitive information into accessible messaging for diverse audiences
• Build productive relationships with stakeholders across Government, Defence, industry and international partners
• Support executive communications and corporate support functions as required
• Manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes to deadlines

Skills

Strategic communications

Stakeholder management

Written communications

Organization

Team collaboration

Job description

Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of our client for an exceptional opportunity within a high-profile Federal Government agency supporting Australia’s most significant long-term capability program. This is an APS6 Communications Officer role to support the Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) in delivering complex communications aligned with national defence initiatives.

The Communications Officer (APS6) will handle strategic communications, events, stakeholder engagement and corporate