APS5 Communications Officer

The opportunity:
Our highly valued client is a federal government agency, who are seeking an APS5 Executive & Corporate Communications Officer for an initial 12 month contract with options to extend.

• Geelong location with flexible arrangements and partial work from home available
• Hourly rate of $55.24+super on offer
• 12 month initial contract with likely ongoing extensions

The role:
You will develop and deliver communications strategy and content for a wide range of internal and external channels, in a fast-paced and changing environment. Your responsibilities would also include:

• Contributing to the development and production of communications materials, in consultation with internal stakeholders
• Developing and implementing communication activities to ensure employees have access to information delivered across a variety of channels
• Ensuring all communication materials are accessible and align with the Agency’s style and brand guidelines
• Producing content for use across a variety of internal and external channels including newsletters, the NDIA intranet, NDIS website and talking points for staff and partners, and assisting in the delivery of content
• Managing correspondence through team inboxes, including actioning requests or triaging requests to relevant team members for action

Skills and experience:

• Previous experience in a Communications role within government or public service
• Experience in the preparation and implementation of communications strategies and plans
• Strong experience copy writing and editing content for a variety of channels
• Strong written communication and interpersonal skills with confidence to deliver clear advice
• Relevant experience and tertiary qualifications in communications or similar

Please note that this role is only open to Australian Citizens.

Apply:
Submit your resume, or for further information please contact jarrodd.edwards@talentinternational.com