
Director, Strategic Communication
1 week ago
As Director, Strategic Communication, you'll lead a high-performing team of communication strategists and technical experts to deliver innovative, impactful and timely engagement across Queensland.
Your day could begin with shaping the department's media response to a breaking issue, briefing executives on key stakeholder opportunities, or providing strategic advice to mitigate potential risks.
You'll work alongside ministerial staff to ensure consistent, compelling narratives and you'll bring creative flair to content creation, event planning and public engagement campaigns.Your leadership will foster a collaborative, inclusive and high-energy team culture, empowering staff to deliver best-practice communication that supports policy and service outcomes.
You'll oversee multiple complex projects at once, from high-profile events to sector-leading communication initiatives, while ensuring resources, budgets and timelines are effectively managed.
In this role, relationships are everything: you'll build strong connections across the department, with industry partners, and with key decision-makers to enhance our communication capability and influence.You'll also play a key role in the broader Communication business group, contributing to cultural strategies that prioritise psychological safety, innovation and continuous improvement.
By balancing creativity with strategic oversight, you'll make sure our communication efforts not only inform, but inspire, engage and create real impact across Queensland communities.To apply, please provide:
• A current resume detailing your relevant experience
• A cover letter addressing:o Leading high-performing teams and guiding diverse technical experts to deliver strategic communication outcomeso Managing complex projects and business processes to achieve high-quality resultso Applying innovative and creative problem-solving to deliver strategic objectiveso Building strong relationships and influencing stakeholders across all levels including in government contextsWhy work for us?
The Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development (NRMMRRD) plays a critical role in supporting Queenslanders across the state—from Cairns to Mount Isa to Warwick—by delivering strong regional outcomes, fostering local economies, and strengthening government/community partnerships.
As stewards of over 60% of Queensland's land and key supporters of industries such as mining and manufacturing, our reach and impact are vast.We are committed to putting our people first—empowering staff, celebrating success, and encouraging innovation.
Our workplace is mobile, flexible, inclusive and respectful and we are focused on growing united, capable leaders.
For more information, visit: offer:
• Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options
• Flexible working options supporting work-life balance
• Generous leave provisions across the Queensland public sector
• Professional career development and training opportunities
• Relocation assistance and provisions
• The chance to help #deliver4qld and be part of Queensland's long-term prosperityTo learn more about the benefits of working with the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development, visit: to remain current for 12 months.Unlock job insights Salary match Number of applicants Skills matchTo help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers?
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