Communications Officer

2 weeks ago

Canberra, Australia Hudson Australia Full time

Are you a Communications Officer who prides yourself on your strong written and stakeholder engagement skills?_

Fantastic opportunity for an APS 5 Communications Professional to join a civic based Federal Government Department in a diverse and rewarding role. You will have the opportunity to utilise and build upon your existing communications skillset in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, providing a strong and proactive approach to the operation and delivery of outcomes. Friendly and collaborative team of professionals.

This is initially a 6 month labour-hire contract, but our client is open to considering S26 temp or permanent transfers. Central Canberra location, with flexibility to work from home 2 days per week.

**Key duties**:

- Assist with the development and implementation of a suite of communication tools including templates, placemat and roadshow packages/ videos
- Under the direction of the Senior Communications member, facilitate the revision of intranet and website content
- Assist with internal communications including scheduling and management of section showcases, presentations, all-broader communications notifications
- As required, support Finance, People and Reporting section to plan and facilitate regional tours to maximise engagement and development opportunities.
- Update and sustain the Stakeholder and communication product register ensuring key stakeholders and communication products are recorded.
- Manage the Communication mailbox and action/respond to questions/request in a timely manner and delegate appropriately.
- Provide advice and assistance on ad-hoc queries about reporting and coordination activities, i.e assistance with visual aids, drafting of comms plans or other activities as directed.
- If you are a motivated team player who prides yourself on your exceptional written and verbal communication skills and ability to build excellent working relationships with key stakeholders, then this is THE role for YOU_

Previous APS or government experience within a web or communications team or is highly desirable but not essential.

**Skills and Experience required**:

- Excellent writing skills (including plain English) and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated planning and organisational skills, including ability to meet deadlines with competing priorities and delivering work to a high standard.
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective internal and external working relationships.
- Well-developed ability to think laterally, to see connection between issues and the implications of various actions.
- Capable of working independently and act collaboratively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to build constructive relationships and deliver positive outcomes.
- empathy, willingness to learn and team-orientated approach.
- strong problem-solving skills with the ability to generate creative and innovative solutions
- Australian Citizenship and ability to obtain a Baseline security clearance

**How to Apply**:

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