Advisor, Internal Communications & Engagement

Join Corporate Services, a division within the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport

Clerk Grade 7/8 with a salary range of $116,981 - $129,492 + super & leave loading

Ongoing role based at Haymarket in Sydney, NSW

About the role

We're looking for an enthusiastic and creative Advisor, Internal Communications & Engagement to join our team. In this dynamic role, you'll develop engaging internal communications, deliver impactful employee events, and provide trusted communications advice that supports organisational priorities and strengthens employee engagement across the department and portfolio.

If you enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders, creating compelling content and bringing people together through meaningful communications and events, we'd love to hear from you.

As an Advisor, Internal Communications & Engagement, you will:

Develop and implement internal communication plans, campaigns and collateral that support organisational priorities and strategic objectives.

Partner with stakeholders across the department and portfolio to understand communication needs and deliver tailored solutions that achieve desired outcomes.

Plan and deliver a diverse range of in-person, virtual and hybrid employee events, managing logistics, budgets, project timelines and supporting communications from concept to evaluation.

Create high-quality, engaging content for a variety of internal channels, including intranet, newsletters, emails, presentations and digital platforms.

Support senior leaders to communicate effectively with their teams and foster a connected, informed and engaged workforce.

Build strong relationships with stakeholders, subject matter experts and project teams to deliver coordinated communication and engagement initiatives.

Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of communications and events,



using insights and feedback to drive continuous improvement.

Monitor emerging and sensitive issues, escalating where appropriate to support timely and effective resolution.

For any role specific questions, please reach out to Corrine Harrison, A/Associate Director Internal Communications & Engagement via [email protected]

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About You

You are a collaborative communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing multiple priorities. You have strong writing and project management skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for delivering engaging employee experiences.

You will bring

Experience developing and delivering internal communications, engagement campaigns and communication plans.

Strong written communication skills with the ability to create engaging, audience-focused content across multiple channels.

Experience coordinating and delivering successful in-person, virtual and hybrid events, including project planning, logistics and budget management.

Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and provide practical communications advice.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and adapt quickly to changing business needs.

A proactive, solutions-focused approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.

An interest in emerging communication technologies and best practice approaches to employee engagement.





How to Apply! Your application must include a cover letter and an up-to-date resume that details your capabilities and experience in relation to the above role.

Closing Date: Tuesday 18th August 2026 [10.00AM] Recruitment Contact: Laura Steele, Talent Partner [email protected] Working at the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport

At the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport we bring vibrancy to NSW by growing our creative industries and workforces, driving solid visitor and night-time economies, ensuring a responsible hospitality sector, and putting arts, culture and sport at the heart of our communities.

Together we

Create social and economic opportunities for the state

Support the creation of jobs across the creative, visitor and night-time economies

Prioritise First Nations artists, stories and culture

Ensure arts, culture and sport are at the heart of every community to be enjoyed and accessed by all Drive visitation through events, campaigns and visitor experience development Activate our night-time and creative economies to unlock unique precincts and community spaces

Deliver a vibrant and responsible hospitality, liquor, racing and gaming environment

Support NSW’s key Cultural Institutions to ensure access for all, enable community experiences and education and preserve the state’s diverse cultural assets and history

We believe diversity across our department allows us to be a true reflection of NSW citizens. We are a respectful workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles for this role or similar roles that may become available over the next 18 months.

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