EOI Organisational Change & Comms Coordinator

Job Details; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A government department is seeking an Organisational Change and Communications Coordinator to support employees through a business transformation program. The role involves delivering communication strategies, managing change management initiatives, and liaising with stakeholders to ensure alignment with organisational goals. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in change management, strong communication skills, and the ability to produce high-quality content tailored to diverse audiences. This full-time role is based in various NSW locations, offering a competitive salary and inclusion-focused workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in change management and managing competing priorities.
• Capable of developing communication strategies and campaigns.
• Ability to prepare and edit tactical content for various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver communication and engagement activities.
• Design and implement change management strategies.
• Liaise with stakeholders to achieve project goals.

Skills

Change management

Communication strategies

Stakeholder liaison

Content creation

Data analysis

Strategic advice

Job description

Ongoing employees affected by change management plans will be given priority consideration for at‑grade positions.

• Full Time Full Time Temporary Opportunity (up to 2 years)
• Location: Willing to consider candidates across all NSW locations. Preference will be given to candidates based regionally with a focus on Queanbeyan, Armidale, Dubbo and Coffs Harbour
• Departmental Grade 7 / 8 starting from $113,574 plus super and leave loading

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Soil Con is for everyone! Building a respectful and inclusive workplace.

About the Role

The Soil Conservation Service (SCS) is seeking an Organisational Change and Communications Coordinator to join the QHSE and Systems team. This role will coordinate and deliver a range of communication and engagement activities with a focus on change management to support employees through a business transformation program. You will be responsible for designing and coordinating change management and communication strategies and projects that provide internal stakeholders with information and materials aligned with business objectives.

What does a day look like at Soil Con?

About You

You will have experience in change management and managing competing priorities to deliver high‑quality work outputs within agreed timeframes.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in developing communication strategies and campaigns to inform stakeholders and support business‑wide program delivery aligned with strategy.
• Demonstrated capability liaising with internal and external stakeholders to implement communications that meet project and organisational goals.
• Capability to prepare and edit tactical content including emails, web copy, newsletters and updates tailored to target audiences.
• Understanding of aligning internal communications with corporate strategies, government policies and relevant guidelines.
• Experience in conducting research, analysing trends and preparing briefs to support informed planning and decision‑making.
• Ability to provide strategic advice on change management and communication best practices, including tools, channels, accessibility, data use, branding and innovation.
• Capability to document, track and report on communication strategies and campaigns using data to identify trends and emerging issues.

About us

The QHSE and Systems Team in SCS enables safe, high‑performing, and digitally empowered business operations and project delivery across the business by leading continuous improvement, assurance, risk management and system innovation.

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: lands and soils, minerals, waterways, oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5,000 employees and 75% of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Applying is easy!

Submit your current Resume (max 2 pages) and a Cover Letter (max 1 page) outlining your relevant skills and experience and why you’re our ideal candidate.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please view the RD – Organisational Change and Communications.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact

Katarina Ruszczyk – Manager, QHSE and Systems team or Scott Irwin – Team Leader, Systems Team.

Applications close: Monday 29 September 2025 at 11:55pm.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, require information in an alternative format or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.