Communications Advisor - Brisbane, Australia - M&T Resources

M&T Resources

Verified Company

Brisbane, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Brisbane

Government / Local Government
Local Government

6 months contract + 2x 12 months extensions
Nerang location + relevant site offices as required
Great daily rate

In the role of Communications Advisor, you will provide strategic community and stakeholder management services to technical and
professional staff for community engagement, media relations, issues management, public affairs and stakeholder relationship
management.

Accountabilities include:

Provide communication advice and support to the Project Directors, Communications Leads, managers and other staff in the

areas of media and issues management, crisis communications, risk assessment and reporting, community engagement and

communication strategies using appropriate communication tools.

Prepare communications materials, including all project collateral, researching and writing media releases, ministerial briefings,

newsletters, flyers, display materials, speech notes and others for the project.

Expert accountability for crisis and reputation management strategies and identification of key risks involved with departmental

actions.

Provide advice to Project Directors, managers and other staff in the areas of communications strategies for difficult

stakeholders and critical conversations in relation to the project.

Develop strategies for stakeholder management and consult with a wide range of interest groups.
Coordinate community and stakeholder engagement activities for infrastructure projects in the region, including providing

project managers with ongoing strategic communications advice and developing and implementing communication strategies.

Develop, plan and manage key communication activities such as road commissioning, launches, media opportunities and other

events as required.

Provide training, advice and support to project staff and consultants to enhance communication skills and improve relationships

with key stakeholders and the community in the delivery of projects and initiatives.

Develop and implement communication strategies, activities, procedures and policies which assist the project to achieve its

strategic objectives.

Ensure operational practices and standards of service and performance comply with departmental and regional policies,

legislation (incl. WH&S), and governance obligations.

Mandatory Requirements

Current holder of a Class C driver's licence with own vehicle to attend various sites (travel costs will not form part of the contract)
Hold a Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card) or have ability to obtain within six months of starting

PPE