Director of Communications and Engagement

2 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Legal Aid NSW Full time
About the Role

This is a senior leadership opportunity for 2023 and beyond, offering a three-year, fixed-term position with a view to ongoing employment. The role is full-time, with part-time and job-sharing options available.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a dynamic program of work, including education programs for school students, working closely with the Houses of Parliament to develop and deliver syllabus-led school tours and role plays, and developing civics and citizenship resources for students and teachers.
  • Develop and implement strategic communication plans to promote the Parliament's work and system of democracy, and to engage with diverse communities through public talks, events, and initiatives.
  • Provide strategic communication advice and support across the Department of Parliamentary Services for key priorities and projects, and manage reactive media management and public affairs.
  • Develop a range of public and internal newsletters, publications, and digital resources to promote the Parliament's work and engage with stakeholders.
About You

You will be an innovative, energetic, and experienced leader, accustomed to motivating a team to deliver a diverse program of education and engagement events, developing digital and print resources, and driving strategic initiatives. Experience in education and engagement, visitor experience, and/or strategic communications is highly desirable.

You will have strategic vision and focus, the ability to manage a budget and personnel, and be able to project manage across a variety of portfolios with an eye to continuous improvement.

What We Offer

The Department of Parliamentary Services is a specialist service department working to support the operation of the Parliament of NSW. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth.

We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI+, people with disability, mature-age people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.



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