APS6 Strategic Communications Officer

4 days ago

Geelong, Victoria, Australia Randstad Australia Full time

Randstad is currently a preferred partner with a reputable Federal Government organisation to recruit for the below role:

Job Title: APS6 Strategic Communications Officer
Location: Geelong
Contract(s): 6 months
Hourly Rate: APS6 $60.26 per hour + super
Start Date: ASAP
About the Organisation

Join a Federal Government organisation committed to placing stakeholders at the heart of their work. Our values reflect a passion and dedication to building a positive, stakeholder-centred culture.
About the Opportunity

The Strategic Communications Officer is a leadership role responsible for addressing issues and managing risks across various activities. This position involves leading, planning, resource management, performance oversight, and decision-making within the team. The officer provides detailed technical, professional, policy, and operational support to solve complex problems, coordinating strategic planning, programme and project management, and policy development to support organisational objectives. Additionally, the role requires substantial public contact concerning complex or sensitive issues and liaising with a variety of internal and external stakeholders in a representational capacity.

Responsibilities include:

Demonstrating exceptional organisational skills and high attention to detail.Championing plain English and ensuring all materials are accessible and align with style and branding guidelines.Leading by example, serving as a trusted communications expert, and assisting key internal stakeholders and business partners in delivering project objectives.Drafting clear, concise, and effective messaging for various audiences, including creating talking points and speeches.Contributing to the development and delivery of communication plans, progressing approvals, and coordinating go-live collateral.Identifying and cultivating important internal stakeholder relationships, addressing and resolving emerging challenges.Evaluating the impact of communications, identifying future learning's, and determining whether project objectives have been achieved.Supporting team members with administrative, technical, and procedural tasks.
RequirementsAustralian CitizenshipProven experience in strategic communications and team leadership.Strong organisational and attention-to-detail skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.Ability to handle complex tasks and provide detailed policy and operational support.Knowledge of communication planning, risk analysis, and content creation for multiple channels.
Interested? What Next? Multiple roles on offer Apply now to submit your CV and cover letter and make a meaningful impact in a stakeholder-focused Federal Government organisation For a copy of the position description or for a confidential discussion, please email: If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background. REGVIC2410
experience 2 years
skills marketing, communications, public relations, journalism
qualifications Proven experience in strategic communicationsteam leadershipDeveloped writing and communication skillsFull working rightsAustralian citizen
education Vocational/Professional Qualification

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