Aps6 Strategic Communications Officer

7 days ago

Canberra, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

As one of the Australia's largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of unleashing potential in people and companies. For over 40 years Chandler Macleod's recruitment business has connected leading-edge projects and employers with outstanding business professionals.

Our Federal Government client is seeking to engage an APS6 Strategic Communications Officer on a contract for 12 months with potential extension.

Role Requirements:

- Work in a small team to develop and implement communication plans and strategies.
- Maintain successful relationships with policy and program areas, anticipating and assessing their strategic communication needs.
- Develop communication material for various audiences, which may include social media and web content, communication and stakeholder products, videos and accessible communication materials.
- Coordinate the procurement and management of communication contracts and liaise with external suppliers to ensure successful outcomes.
- Monitor and report on the implementation of strategic communication initiatives.
- Work effectively as part of a team to deliver results and effectively manage personal workloads with mínimal supervision.
Assessment criteria:
The following criteria reflect the abilities, qualifications, experience, standard of work performance and personal qualities sought for the position.
Criterion 1 - Supports strategic direction
Relevant capabilities:

- Thinks strategically
- Harnesses information and opportunities
- Shows judgement, intelligence and common sense
- Supports shared purpose and direction

Criterion 2 - Achieves results
Relevant capabilities:

- Responds positively to change
- Takes responsibility for managing work projects to achieve results
- Manages multiple deadlines and show attention to detail and quality
- Identifies and uses resources wisely
- Applies and builds professional expertise

Criterion 3 - Supports productive working relationships
Relevant capabilities:

- Nurtures internal and external relationships
- Listens to, understands and recognises the needs of others
- Values individual differences and diversity
- Shares learning and supports others

Criterion 4 - Displays personal drive and integrity
Relevant capabilities:

- Demonstrates public service professionalism and probity
- Engages with risk and shows personal courage
- Commits to action
- Adapts to changing circumstances and priorities in a fast-paced and supportive environment
- Promotes and adopts a positive and balanced approach to work
- Demonstrates self-awareness and a commitment to personal development

Criterion 5 - Communicates with influence
Relevant capabilities:

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Communicates clearly
- Listens, understands and adapts to audience
- Negotiates confidently

Mandatory Requirements:

- Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance.

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