El1 Communications and Engagement Manager

1 week ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Capital Recruit Full time
City location

  • Nonongoing or S26 transfer engagement
  • Position until May with longer term options potentially available

The Opportunity:


Working as a leader of a small and dynamic team as the Assistant Director, Communications and Engagement, you will drive the strategy and delivery of key DonateLife media, PR and stakeholder engagement activities.


Working closely with the Director, you will deliver innovative and effective communication, marketing, and stakeholder engagement strategies to the Australian public.

This is an initial position until May 2023 with longer term options potentially available. This position can be undertaken via S26 transfer or a non-ongoing engagement.

Key duties will include:

  • Lead the strategic planning, coordination, implementation, and execution of national public relations and stakeholder engagement programs
  • Lead and implement the agency's stakeholder engagement strategy, and coordinate stakeholder engagement activities
  • Oversee the process and delivery of running annual community grants and multiyear strategic partnership grants, including managing relationships and deliverables
  • Develop highquality plain English communication, media and stakeholder engagement products for a range of audiences
  • Build and manage strong and trusting relationships that foster collaboration with governments, stakeholder groups, community members

Skills and Experience required:

Previous experience in the APS6 at the EL1 level is essential for this position. Formal qualifications are highly regarded.


To be considered for this position you must be a current Australian Citizen with a baseline clearance, or the ability to obtain one.


To Apply:


Submit a simple word version of your resume along with a cover letter that will support your claims for this opportunity.

For a confidential discussion feel free to reach out to Tanisha Brooker on

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