Manager Communications and Engagement

1 week ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia NSW Government Full time $149,739 - $173,174 per year
  • Temporary full-time role up to March 2027

  • Based in Parramatta/Sydney CBD, with a flexible/hybrid working environment

  • Salary relative to experience, Clerk Grade 11/12, ($149,739 – $173,174) plus super

About the role

The Manager, Communications & Engagement leads the distribution of public information and collateral related to recovery programs across NSW and other RA programs of work. You will also support and coordinate community engagement programs to help deepen RA's connections with community and stakeholders.

As the successful Manager, Communications & Engagement, you will:

  • Develop a forward-looking strategic communications plan for programs and activities and lead the implementation and evaluation of the plan

  • Plan and lead the implementation of integrated community and stakeholder engagement strategies, programs and initiatives to understand key concerns and issues and build consensus and trust with stakeholders

  • Showcase the work of the Authority through a range of engaging formats and build a program of external engagement activities, events and communications materials

  • Work collaboratively with teams across the Authority to ensure a coordinated and consistent approach to public communications and stakeholder engagement

  • Prepare communications collateral including newsletters, fact sheets, flyers, posters, website content and other materials as required

  • Provide expert advice and information to the executive leadership team to support strategic decision processes and issues responses.

About you

High calibre candidates will have relevant tertiary qualifications in communications, public relations or journalism or relevant/demonstrated equivalent experience in managing communications in a complex multifaceted politically and media sensitive environment. You will be self-directed and motivated, can work collaboratively and positively with others as well as the ability to think strategically while also having very good attention to detail.

Essential Requirements

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in communications, public relations or journalism or relevant/demonstrated equivalent experience.

Read the full Role Description here: Manager Communications and Engagement.

About the Agency

The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation and executive agency of the Premier's Department, that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.

To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders.

Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The Authority also offers:

  • Flexible working practices

  • Contemporary workspaces and technology

  • Access to learning and development opportunities

  • Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)

  • Workforce that values inclusion

  • Competitive pay and conditions

  • Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW

To Apply

We look forward to receiving your application. Include a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 30th September 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Leisa Briggs, Executive Assistant to Director Communications and Engagement via

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.

We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you require an adjustment to be made to the recruitment process (including alternate formats) please contact the Talent Team via or and reference the Job Title and Reference Number for the role in which you are requesting the adjustment for.



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