communications partner – drought

Department of Primary Industries and Regions

Job reference: 675087

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Communications Partner (Drought) to be part of our Industry, Strategy and Partnerships Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.

The Communications Partner (Drought) is part of the Communication Branch, reporting to the Communications Lead – Drought Response. This team operates in a dynamic and fast-paced environment to deliver best-practice and innovative communication and digital services for the Department of Primary Industries and Regions. This role is focused on delivering high-level communications with a focus on activities being delivered under the State Government's $73 million Drought Support Package.

This role is responsible for the planning, development, implementation and coordination of effective strategies and activities requiring effective engagement with diverse stakeholders, exceptional verbal and written communication skills and creative flair to ensure engaging communications reach intended audiences.

As a skilled, experienced professional, the Communications Partner (Drought) identifies communications requirements in collaboration with the drought response project team and utilises the skills of the broader Communications Branch to effect desired outcomes.

About Us

South Australia is internationally recognised for the quality of its agriculture, food, and wine. Our regions are the backbone of our state and the economic powerhouse that drives prosperity for all South Australians.

The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency working in partnership with our primary industries, regional stakeholders and across all levels of government to advance the prosperity and sustainability of South Australia's primary industries and regional communities.

We are a passionate team of around 800 people working across metropolitan and regional South Australia to develop and protect our state's regions and food, wine, aquaculture, fisheries, forestry, grains, livestock, dairy and horticulture industries.

It's no wonder there are so many exciting and diverse career opportunities in our organisation. If you're ready to join us, apply now

Benefits

At the Department of Primary Industries and Regions, we offer our employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning and development and flexibility.

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Department of Primary Industries and Regions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, irrespective of culture, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or age.

Special Conditions

• Successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Check (NPC) prior to being made an offer of employment.
• Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
• Opportunity up to April 2026
• Full Time Opportunity, 37.5 hours per week

Requirements

• Developing and implementing plans and priorities and continuous improvement strategies,
• Working with PIRSA media team to plan and develop media opportunities that align with milestones and objectives identified in communication plans
• Assisting to deliver communications plans, content, collateral and associated activities.
• Liaising with PIRSA Digital Services team on digital enhancements to the PIRSA website and supporting pillars, including creation of new digital content that is engaging and meets user needs
• Evaluation measurements incorporated into communication and campaign planning and delivery, with analytics used to inform future content and strategies

Remuneration

ASO5 - $85,790 min - $95,413 max per annum, plus superannuation

Enquiries

Sam Rodrigues

Director Communications

Phone:

Email:

Website:

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please see the attached applicant instructions, and outline your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Planning and organising and Political Nous capabilities of the attached role description.

Applicants must include the contact information of at least 2 referees with 1 being your immediate supervisor/manager and a completed "Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector" form.

Applications close: 26/08/2025 11:45 PM