Strategic Government Communications Officer | Hybrid

Hudson; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Canberra CBD location with occasionalW

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Hudson is partnering with a Federal Government agency in Canberra to recruit a Communications Officer (APS6). The role focuses on delivering strategic, corporate and industry-focused communications and content development in a government context.

The position spans two key communications teams and involves creating, editing and publishing content for websites, newsletters, EDMs, social media and internal channels, with an emphasis on clear, accessible messaging for diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a communications, public relations, journalism or marketing role.
• Proven ability to develop, implement and evaluate communication strategies and campaigns.
• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills with the ability to simplify complex information.
• Experience producing engaging content across multiple digital and traditional channels.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and confidence providing strategic communications advice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans, campaigns and engagement initiatives.
• Create, edit and publish high-quality content across websites, newsletters, EDMs, social media and internal channels.
• Translate complex technical and regulatory information into clear, audience-appropriate messaging.
• Support corporate communications, executive messaging, media materials and industry updates.
• Provide expert communications advice to internal stakeholders and subject matter experts.
• Support consultation and change initiatives through targeted communication activities.
• Monitor and evaluate communication effectiveness, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and ensure communications are aligned with priorities.
• Identify and manage potential communication and reputational risks.

Skills

Communications

Content creation

Stakeholder engagement

Editing/writing

Public relations

Education

Tertiary qualifications

Job description

Hudson is partnering with a Federal Government agency in Canberra to recruit a Communications Officer (APS6). The role focuses on delivering strategic, corporate and industry-focused communications and content development in a government context.

The position spans two key communications teams and involves creating, editing and publishing content for websites, newsletters, EDMs, social media and internal channels, with an emphasis on clear, accessible messaging for diverse audiences.