Manager Communications

• Full time ongoing role available
• Salary from $149k to $173k pa + super
• Martin Place, Sydney CBD

NSW Resources is seeking a strategic communications professional to lead a small team delivering high-impact media and communications support for the Minister and the NSW Resources Division.

About the Role:

This pivotal role delivers business-critical media and communications support for the Minister and the Division. You'll lead the development and execution of strategic media campaigns, internal communications, and stakeholder engagement initiatives that shape public understanding and support for NSW Resources' policies and programs.

As the central point of contact for communications, you'll work closely with senior executives, the Minister's Office, and external media to ensure consistent, timely, and impactful messaging across all channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a small team and lead the development and implementation of integrated media and communications strategies.
• Develop content across traditional, digital, and social media platforms.
• Provide strategic advice to senior leaders and collaborate across departments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media, government stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Monitor and evaluate communication effectiveness and adapt strategies accordingly.

Skills and Experience Required:

In addition to relevant qualifications or experience in media, communications, or engagement, we're looking for a communications leader who brings:

• Strategic Communication Expertise: Proven ability to develop and deliver effective media strategies for complex issues.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Demonstrated experience managing relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government, media, and internal teams.
• Leadership and Team Management: Experience leading and developing a team, fostering collaboration, and driving performance.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills and ability to deliver under pressure.
• Influence and Negotiation: Advanced influencing, negotiation, and consensus-building abilities across diverse audiences.
• Communication Excellence: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex topics.
• Digital and Media Savvy: Experience creating content for digital, social, and traditional media.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to anticipate issues, analyse trends, and develop proactive communication responses.

Why Join Us?

Working for NSW Resources offers a range of benefits and opportunities that make it an attractive place to build your career. You'll be part of a team that offers:

• Impactful Work
• Professional Development
• A Collaborative Environment
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Supportive Leadership

Ready to make a difference?

Submit your (ideally no more than one-page) cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in this role, with your resume (ideally no more than three pages) by 11.55pm Sunday 23 November 2025.

For further information about the role please contact Carolyn Murphy, Director Strategic Advice via or You can also view the Role Description.

Please note:

• Compliance with pre-employment probity screening is mandatory for all roles within NSW Resources and is a condition of engagement.
• A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to submit an application. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to and a member of the team will contact you for a confidential discussion.

What to expect next

Once you submit your application, you'll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes, all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and/or selection panel. If shortlisted, you may be invited to an interview—this could be in person, over the phone, or via video. You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks, such as a written assessment, skills test, video or psychometric assessment. Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.

About us: Together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.