APS6 Communications Officer

Hays · Canberra ACT · Contract
Posted 19d ago

APS6 Communications Officer

KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Join a high-profile federal government agency to contribute to a nationally significant project.
  • Develop and manage communication products and stakeholder engagement activities.
  • Support policy development and project documentation with a collaborative team.

Canberra | 3+3-Month Contract Opportunity | Attractive Hourly Rate | Hybrid Flexibility

Your new company
Join a high-profile federal government agency that will help shape a nationally significant project. Working as part of a collaborative and fast-paced team, you'll contribute to a nationally significant initiative, stakeholder engagement and strategic communications, while engaging with a diverse range of industry, community and government stakeholders.
Your new role
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced communications professional who enjoys blending strategic communications, stakeholder engagement and policy support. Working within a dedicated project team, you'll help deliver communications and engagement activities that support a major national strategy.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and updating communication products including web content, digital stories, stakeholder communications and social media content.
  • Supporting stakeholder engagement activities across government, industry and community groups.
  • Managing communication channels, project inboxes and stakeholder databases.
  • Preparing briefings, reports, correspondence, speeches and executive materials.
  • Coordinating meetings, workshops and engagement activities, including secretariat support.
  • Assisting with research, analysis and policy development activities.
  • Monitoring project milestones, deliverables and reporting requirements.
  • Supporting quality assurance across project documentation and communication materials.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Experience in Federal Government strategic communications, stakeholder engagement or public affairs.
  • Baseline security clearance is required.
  • Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to tailor content for different audiences.
  • Experience producing digital, web and stakeholder communication materials.
  • Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Previous experience within government or complex stakeholder environments will be highly regarded.

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive APS6 contract hourly rate + super.
  • Opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant project with real impact.
  • Hybrid working arrangements available, subject to business requirements.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment with strong stakeholder exposure.
  • Interesting and meaningful work at the intersection of communications, community engagement and public policy.
  • Potential contract extension opportunities.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now'to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
Please note, due tothe nature of the role, we are currently seeking candidates based locally.Interstate applicants are kindly asked not to apply at this time.
Michelle Liv
BusinessDirector Marketing & Communications HAYS
T: 02 6112 7653
E:michelle.liv@hays.com.au
#3014320

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Skills

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Content creationDigital contentEvent coordinationExcellent communication skillsPolicy supportProject managementResearch and analysisSocial mediaStakeholder managementWeb content

Perks & benefits

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Collaborative team environmentCompetitive hourly rate + superOpportunity for contract extension

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