Communications Officer

**Premier’s Department**

**Communications Officer (Identified) (req39892)**

**You. At the centre of big ideas.**
- We’re looking for a communications all-rounder to join our remarkable team
- You’ll be coordinating work across Aboriginal Affairs NSW to ensure the smooth delivery of communications campaigns
- You’ll be working with other government departments on communications material that advances the interests of Aboriginal people in NSW
- You’ll be telling stories that showcase the achievements of Aboriginal communities
- This is a temporary Clerk Grade 7/8 role, up to 2 years, based in Mascot

**About the Role**
The Communications Officer contributes to a range of communication strategies across all media platforms to support Aboriginal Affairs NSW and its delivery of key projects. In this role, you will promote the agency’s work with Aboriginal communities and take a strategic approach to advancing its priorities.

The role provides specialist support to managers and staff across Aboriginal Affairs NSW as it consults widely on all aspects of the agency’s work program. You’ll be working on major campaigns that support the wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities, and helps share their stories.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clearly, concisely, and sensitively
- Experience supporting strategic communications across various formats and channels, including media, digital, and social platforms
- Ability to build positive stakeholder relationships and manage competing priorities effectively
- Adaptable, resilient, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Strong cultural awareness and understanding of Aboriginal communities
- Multimedia, design, or photography skills are a plus

We know the value of diverse experiences. Even if you’re not sure if you meet all the requirements, we’d love to hear from you.

**This is an Identified role under the Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role**. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

- is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
- identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
- is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community

**About the Department**

**Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government**

The Premier’s Department leads the state’s 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities.
- We connect to deliver at the heart of government._

Imagine your **career at the Premier’s Department** and learn more **about the department**.

**Your career, your way.**

We are proud of our flexible working culture, and we've been a leader of embedding flexible working practices for many years. Everyone has different needs, and our versatile work culture allows you to craft a work routine to suit you, the business and the people we serve.

**At the PD, yo**u get access to**:

- flexible working arrangements
- inclusive parental leave for all new parents and return to work coaching
- flex leave
- great learning and development opportunities and professional networks
- employee support services
- fitness and well-being programs
- staff-led networks including the Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity and Inclusion Network (DAIN), and the Young Professionals Network.

**How to apply**
- a **resume**which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)

**Salary**:Clerk Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($110,266 - $122,058) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

**Closing date: Sunday, 9 March 2025 (9:59 AM)**

**Learn more**

To help us figure out if you’re the right person for the role, the selection process may include an interview and relevant assessments, and we expect it will take up to 6-8 weeks.

A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. Once added to the talent pool, you may be contacted about similar ongoing and temporary roles that may become available over the next 18 months.

**Our commitment**
The Premier’s Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.