mas3 assistant director, strategic communications and engagement

1 day ago

Adelaide SA, Australia SA Government -EDUCATION STANDARDS BOARD Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Education Standards Board

Job reference: 709260

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Ongoing

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role highlights

  • Work with a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team
  • Enjoy a varied work program that supports achievement of the agency's goals
  • Play a pivotal role in our reform agenda

The role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as the Assistant Director, Strategic Communications and Engagement.

In this pivotal role, you will report directly to the Director, Strategy and Governance and will develop and oversee comprehensive communication and engagement strategies that effectively convey the importance of regulatory operations and the goals of the ESB, ensuring alignment with broader government objectives and public expectations.

About You

With your blend of expertise you will drive the development and enhancement of communication and engagement efforts, lead the planning and execution of communication and engagement strategies, and manage, develop and mentor the Communications Officer, fostering a high-performing, collaborative and productive working environment. Your ability to build strong relationships with executives, across teams and stakeholders will be instrumental in advancing initiatives and achieving organisational objectives.

If you are a dynamic leader with a passion of driving organisational success through effective communications and engagement, we want to hear from you.

Our vision

Making a positive difference to the lives of South Australian children and young people by ensuring they have access to high quality education and early childhood services.

About us

The Education Standards Board (ESB) is the independent statutory authority that regulates early childhood services and registers schools to improve education and care outcomes for children and young people in South Australia.

Situated in the Adelaide CBD in modern office facilities, close to public transport, the ESB offers a supportive and professional work environment in keeping with its values. Our employees enjoy a great work-life balance and flexible work arrangements.

The ESB values an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and encourages applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people from the LGBTQI+ community.

Special conditions

  • Full time ongoing vacancy.
  • The successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a Working with Children Check prior to being employed and regularly as required.
  • Must have a valid working visa.

Enquiries

Leah Bartley

Acting Director, Strategy and Governance

Email:

Application instructions

All applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA.

Please submit a cover letter of no more than 2 pages that demonstrates your suitability against the role description. Please also submit a current CV including the name and contact details of three referees (including a current or recent line manager).

Applicants who do not address these requirements will not be considered.

Applications close: 21/11/2025 11:45 PM

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