Communications Partner

The Opportunity

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

The Communications Partner (Forestry) is part of the Communication Branch, reporting to the Team Lead, Communications. This team operates in a dynamic and fast-paced environment to deliver best-practice and innovative communication and digital services across the Department of Primary Industries and Regions. This role is focused on delivering high-level communications with a focus on activities for forest industries.

The Communications Partner is focused on communications supporting the National Forest Policy Statement review. 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 (Forestry) identifies communications requirements in collaboration with the forest industries 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.
• Opportunity up to May 2026
• Part-Time opportunity of 18.75 hours per week

Requirements

• Possession of a current driver's licence and willingness to drive
• Out of hours work and inter / intrastate travel may be required
• Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
• You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations when applying for a role.
• The incumbent will be required to undertake emergency management training and must be willing to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.
• Desirable: Tertiary qualifications in marketing, public relations or communications or a related role, or significant experience in a similar role, preferably within the public sector.

Remuneration

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

Enquiries

Bianca Fanto
Communications Team Lead
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 & Organising and Initiative 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.