APS6 - Executive Communication Officer, Communications Branch - Canberra, Australia - Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts

Description

Career Opportunities: APS6 - Executive Communication Officer, Communications Branch

Requisition ID 45026 - Posted - $92,005 - $110,020 - Location of Position (1) - Ongoing/Non-Ongoing - Full Time - Position Classification(s) (1)

APS6 - Executive Communication Officer, Communications Branch, Communications and Change

Title:

APS6 - Executive Communication Officer, Communications Branch

Classification(s):

Employment Type:

Business Division:

People, Culture and Change

Branch / Section:

Communications / Executive & Change Communication

Location:

We want to recruit the best people to our Group; however the operational requirements of this role are location specific. While the successful candidate is unable to be engaged remotely on a permanent basis, in support of flexible work arrangements, there is the ability to discuss flexible home-based work arrangements where suitable.

Our values set the direction for what it means to work in our department. They inform the standard and expectations of behaviours, skills and capabilities and the attributes we currently have, will continually work to achieve and develop, and that we use to acknowledge and attract, retain and recruit into our department.

The department supports workplace diversity and values the contribution of people from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people with cultural and linguistic diversity, and LGBTIQ people. The department is committed to achieving gender equality and, in particular, supporting women's progression into senior leadership.

The opportunity we have available
We are seeking a proactive, inquisitive and creative Communications professional to join our Executive Communication team. The team is responsible for supporting our Secretary and Executive Leadership Team with their communication, including developing engaging strategies, drafting written materials, crafting talking points and producing videos. You will join a mixed team of internal communication and change management professionals, who are passionate about delivering interesting, accessible and informative communication.

The team is focused on aligning our department's communication to match our culture and values, and supporting a united voice through our communication materials that articulates this vision to all staff.

As the APS6 Executive Communication Officer, some of your main responsibilities will include:

• Drafting regular communication from the Secretary and other members of the Executive Leadership Team
• Drafting and implementing communication strategies for the Executive on their key focus areas
• Developing a regular video and event series, including identifying topics of interest
• Tracking and reporting on communication across the department
• Working closely with your Assistant Director to deliver a new culture program in conjunction with other Corporate teams
• Working closely with Executive and their offices to deliver timely and accurate communication
• Supporting the broader section with delivering internal communication campaigns and events.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for an experienced Communication Officer with certification, training or qualifications in the communication field, or with proven lived experience of communication delivery. We are seeking a proactive and strategic thinker who can form strong stakeholder relationships with a variety of different work areas.

To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate your ability to:

• Communicate to a high standard in both written and verbal formats.
• Develop high quality communication strategies that distil high-level information into digestible and meaningful information.
• Tailor communication materials to a variety of channels, and for a variety of audiences.
• Think strategically, including evaluating information from a variety of sources to make connections and sound decisions while exercising good judgement.
• Collaborate effectively across diverse teams, valuing different perspectives, contributions and backgrounds.
• Be inquisitive and proactive in understanding client needs, approaching work tasks, and supporting the broader section.
• Be able to work effectively in a changing environment or in ambiguity.

We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

What else can we offer?

Eligibility requirements

Employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is subject to conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999 including:

Citizenship: To be eligible for employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts applicants must be an Australian citizen.

Health Assessment: The preferred applicant may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the department's preferred medical provider.

Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance at Baseline Level. You must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information. You must have lived in Australia, or have a checkable background, for at least the preceding five years for Baseline Vetting clearances. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website .

How to apply

Applications for this opportunity close at 11:59pm AEST, Wednesday 1 May 2024.

In applying for this position, you are not required to address individual selection criteria. Rather, you should provide a statement of no more thantwo pages outlining your background, capabilities and experiences, and how these align with the advertised role. You should also provide a CV, no more than two pages. The capabilities and behaviours required to be successful for this role are identified in the 'Who are we looking for' section.

Your application should be received through the department's online recruitment system. Applications via Indeed will not be accepted.

If you experience any issues with the system please contact the recruitment team on or via email at to discuss an alternative way to submit your application.

Please advise the contact officer if you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. The department is committed to the accessibility of our systems. If you find accessibility limitations in our systems, please contact and an alternative application format will be provided to you.