Wgea Communications Adviser

The Communications Adviser helps deliver all aspect of the Agency’s communications and

campaigns strategy. The person is delivery focused with an understanding of the traditional and digital
media landscape, experienced in working collaboratively to develop and implement high impact

communications campaigns that capture hearts and minds, stimulate thinking and debate, and drive
action in Australian workplaces.

The Communications and Campaigns team ensures the Agency continues as the primary authority on
workplace gender equality, generating and enabling momentum for employer and societal change

through campaigns, story-telling and clear messages. This team connects employers and employees
with information to motivate and tools to deliver change, oversees all WGEA communications for
impact and ensures consistency and coherence of messaging_. _

**Expected outcomes and accountabilities**
This position reports to the Communications and Campaigns Executive Manager and, under direction,

is accountable for: 

supporting the Agency’s media and social media channels, including planning, content creation,
tracking outcomes and making recommendations for optimising channels and engaging with new
channels. 

monitoring WGEA media coverage and related news across traditional and social media and
identifying emerging themes for engagement. 

supporting media engagement, including developing pitch lists, identifying outlets and story ideas
for engagement, tracking media coverage and reporting on outcomes. 

supporting WGEA teams with their external communications needs, including website updates,
social media posts, event marketing and stakeholder outreach. 

monitoring related emerging practices to identify potential projects and/or sponsors, partners and
collaborators for key campaigns. 

contributing to other Communications and Campaigns Agency projects as required

**Expected capabilities **

able to write clear content that is succinct and structured which meets the needs and
understanding of the intended audience, avoids the unnecessary use of jargon or complicated
language. 

demonstrated experience in building and sustaining positive relationships with team members
and stakeholders. Proactively offers assistance for a mutually beneficial relationship. 

demonstrates an understanding of the media landscape, journalists who cover key issues and
WGEA’s voice within that landscape. 

has a developed understanding of online and digital communications, with an ability to create
content that is accessible to all audiences. 

create social media graphics and content, using Canva, Headliner or related products. 

have 3+ years’ experience working in communications or a related field. 

relevant tertiary qualifications in communications, journalism, marketing or related field or
proven industry experience. 

must be comfortable in fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and able to manage priorities
well 

generate new ideas, overcome barriers to achieve results and develop a deep understanding of
gender equality issues in the workplace. 

work independently and flexibly, with limited supervision, analysing and using some judgement
to select an appropriate course of action. 

demonstrate a principled approach to the APS Values and Code of Conduct, always acting
professionally. 

Baseline Security clearance or the ability to obtain clearance (this includes being an Australian
Citizen).

The Agency

**What we are looking for: **

people who are committed to Gender Equality and delivering change in Australian workplaces. 

people who engage with the future direction of the Agency 

flexible and adaptable people to meet immediate needs and future challenges 

leaders committed to creating a positive workplace culture 

team oriented people with energy and a determination to succeed 

people who can make sound decisions and exercise sensible judgment 

people who are open and accountable and of high integrity.

**What we offer**

We value our staff and encourage our employees to be adaptable and collaborative. Our staff are key
to our success. We offer: 

a culture that is committed to achieving results and values innovation 

opportunities to work on agency wide projects and collaborations 

roles that have a direct connection to strategic outcomes 

flexible working arrangements, including working from home, and excellent working conditions 

modern offices in Sydney CBD 

attractive salary packages including generous superannuation and a range of other benefits.

**Eligibility to apply**
Applicants **must** be Australian citizens. Baseline clearance or the ability to achieve clearance.

**Diversity**
The Agency values the contributions of people with different backgrounds, experiences and

perspectives.

Australians, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and

mature-age peo