Communications Officer

**Communications Officer (Aboriginal Identified)**
- This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people. Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised under S21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act (1977)._

Join our Corporate Communications team at the NSW Ministry of Health for an exciting** ongoing employment opportunity** and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

**About us**
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- Embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible/hybrid working hours.
- Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

**About this role**

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

We are excited to welcome an experienced Communications Officer to join our dynamic and results-driven team. You will play a crucial role in delivering communication campaigns and events coordination to support an inclusive approach to communications. This role also helps support the development of accessible communications, including for Aboriginal communities, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people with low levels of English literacy, and those who are neurodiverse. This includes managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and developing resources and packs, and coordinating meetings and events.

**Crown Clerk 7/8**, starting salary from $106,025 - $117,363 (plus Super and annual leave loading), with a 35-hour work week.

For more information, please read the full Role Description.

**What you'll be doing**

As a dedicated Communications Officer, you will:

- Support the delivery of accessible content (including researching, writing and editing) through the use of policy, guidelines, and toolkits.
- Draft communication materials for different channels and audiences, and facilitate approvals of content, creative, messaging and videos.
- Deliver well-organised and coordinated support for stakeholder engagement activities, including VIP visitors, international delegations and communities of practice.
- Draft and develop strategic communication plans and content to raise awareness and promote events.
- Engage stakeholders across NSW Health and All of NSW Government to leverage channel opportunities for accessible health messaging.
- Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation and issues management to ensure project deliverables are met.

**What you'll be doing**

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:

- Copywriting and events delivery experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, organisations and communities.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Communications or similar and demonstrated equivalent experience.
- This is an identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role.

**How to apply**

At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.

**Closing Date**: 11:59pm, Thursday 26 September 2024**

**Our commitment to diversity and inclusion**

At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

**Additional information**
- This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
- This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people. Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised under S21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act (1977). Proof of Aboriginality may be requested.

**Closing Date**: 11:59pm, Thursday 26 September 2024