Job description
Our valued State Government client is looking for an experienced AO6 Communications Advisor to join their North Coast Region Team.
In the role of Senior Communications Advisor, you will coordinate and supervise communication services for our significant projects program in the North Coast Region. You will lead a team responsible for executive correspondence, issues management, stakeholder relationship management, public affairs, media relations and community engagement.
As the Communications Advisor, your responsibilities will include:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
This position reports to the Principal Communications Advisor and will have three direct reports.
Application closes 6th of October, so do not delay and APPLY NOW!!!
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
In the role of Senior Communications Advisor, you will coordinate and supervise communication services for our significant projects program in the North Coast Region. You will lead a team responsible for executive correspondence, issues management, stakeholder relationship management, public affairs, media relations and community engagement.
As the Communications Advisor, your responsibilities will include:
- Lead, manage and coordinate the region’s executive correspondence, community relations and community engagement programs.
- Supervise and coordinate the work of communications officers across the region, including review and approval of communication material.
- Provide tactical and operational advice to regional staff on communications issues and strategies, including the development, implementation and resolution of strategies and communication activities.
- Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate cooperation, coordination and enhanced communication channels.
- Ensure appropriate governance frameworks are maintained and adhered to in order to monitor compliance with policy, legislation, regulations, standards and procedures.
- Provide training, advice and support to regional staff, consultants and contractors to enhance communication skills for delivering projects and initiatives.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A current Class ‘C’ Drivers Licence
- While qualifications are not mandatory, a degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing would be highly desirable.
- Accreditation from the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) in Engagement, or the willingness to obtain one.
- Understanding of Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia framework and how it applies to infrastructure projects. Preferably Infrastructure Sustainability Accredited Professional qualification (however, this is not mandatory).
- Experience in a communication or community engagement role in an environment dealing with major infrastructure projects, particularly in the transport or civil engineering sector, will be highly regarded.
This position reports to the Principal Communications Advisor and will have three direct reports.
Application closes 6th of October, so do not delay and APPLY NOW!!!
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
