APS 5 Level Strategic Communications Officer

HOBAN Recruitment is seeking a talented Strategic Communications Officer (APS5 level) to join a dynamic government agency located in SYDNEY NSW (various office locations available).
If you excel in creating engaging content and strategic communications, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

About the Role
In this role, you will:

• Develop and deliver strategic communication plans tailored to diverse audiences, including people with disability, their families, staff, and partners.
• Ensure all communication materials adhere to inclusive and accessible principles.
• Provide specialist advice on communication processes, guidelines, and policies.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to scope needs, resolve issues, and achieve positive outcomes.
• Assist with content scheduling, coordination, and publishing across multiple channels.
• Manage inbox enquiries, prepare reports, and contribute to high-performing team operations.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rate of $55.24 per hour, including casual loading, providing you with financial stability and recognition for your expertise.
• 11.5% superannuation to secure your future and support your retirement planning.
• ASAP start date, allowing you to embark on this exciting opportunity without delay.
• Full-time position, offering 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, enabling a healthy work-life balance and time.
• Contribute to meaningful outcomes for people with disabilities.

About You:
To excel in this role, you will need:

Essential Criteria:

• Strong writing skills to create clear, concise, and engaging content for various audiences.
• Experience developing content for websites, social media, newsletters, and internal communications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to foster relationships and gather input for communication initiatives.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Desirable Criteria:

• Knowledge of plain language principles and inclusive communication practices.
• Ability to interpret complex information (such as legislation) and translate it into accessible messaging.
• Strong proofreading and editing skills.
• Ability to evaluate communications effectiveness and provide reporting.

Please note you do need to be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN for this Federal Government role.
Positions close for submissions on TUESDAY 18th February 2025 COB.

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at adjustments@hoban.com.au or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.