Manager Administration and Communication

1 week ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Torres Strait Island Regional Council Full time $135,000 - $145,000 per year

Join Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) and make a difference

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant community?

What we offer:

  • Annual salary $135K to $145K
  • 5 year senior officer contract based in the Torres Strait
  • 2 years fixed term contract based in Cairns
  • 6 weeks annual leave
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Additional TSIRC public holidays
  • Uniforms

About us:

Torres Strait Regional Council (TSIRC) is the largest employer in the Torres Strait serving 15 'outer' island communities with unique characteristics and service requirements. Beyond traditional local government services, we are deeply invested in the social, environmental, and economic development of our region. We are values driven and work as One with respect for Ailan Kastom.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager of Administration and Communication to join our team in the Torres Strait Islands Region or Cairns. In this role, you will play a crucial part in managing the Council's brand, media relations, planning, engagement, and administration.

Reporting to the Executive Director Corporate Services, you will develop and support a high-performance team that is responsive to the changing environment in which our Council operates. As the custodian of our brand, you will monitor and refresh the Council's core brand and market positioning, maintaining our style guide, communications guidelines, and other relevant policies. Your efforts will ensure our branding aligns with best practices, delivers a clear, consistent message.

You will develop and maintain relationships with key local and national media, supporting the Mayor, CEO, and senior stakeholders in media engagement and interviews. You will also drive the refresh of Council's digital platforms for staff and community engagement and feedback. Additionally, you will baseline and improve the annual community survey process and lead the team in integrated planning and performance management.

Your other duties include overseeing Council's meeting management and secretariat functions, reception and grants administration and preparing reports.

What We're Looking For:

We need someone who shares our values of One, Respect, Accountability, Courage, and Resilience. The ideal candidate will have:

  • Proven leadership skills and staff management experience with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Tertiary qualification in business management, media, communications, marketing, social science or a related field.
  • Strong strategic, operational, and project management skills with an ability to manage competing priorities.
  • High level communication skills.
  • Strong public consultation and conflict resolution abilities.
  • Advanced computer literacy, including Microsoft Office, experience with media/design software an advantage.
  • Cross cultural communication skills.
  • Knowledge of Torres Strait languages, including Meriam Mer, Kala Lagaw Ya, and Creole, is desirable.

Applying:

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You will need to download the Information Pack and submit a cover letter and an updated resume addressing the Capabilities, Skills and Experience in the position description by Friday, 19 September 2025.

For more information contact Susanne Andres on or email

TSIRC is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

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