Communications and Engagement Administration Officer

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time until 31 December 2026
Position Classification:Admin Off Lvl 4
Remuneration:78183.85 - 79973.57 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ682951
Location: Network
Applications Close: Midnight on 9 August 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Anna Brown on ***********@health.nsw.gov.au

As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

We are seeking a passionate and motivated individual to join Sydney Children's Hospitals Network’s Communications and Engagement Directorate. Within a collaborative and supportive environment, you will provide administrative support for the Directorate to our multi-site team, Network staff, patients and families, and the wider community. Working from both The Children’s Hospital at Westmead and Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick, this role is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience adapting to changing priorities in a dynamic working environment.

The successful candidate will also need to demonstrate exceptional customer service, excellent time management, attention to detail, the ability to write communications and provide day to day administrative duties, Experience in healthcare administration is preferred.

What you'll be doing

The Communications and Engagement Directorate is responsible for implementing the communication, media and engagement strategies, maximising positive communication opportunities,



and promoting the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network (SCHN), its facilities and associated institutions.
The Administration Officer provides administrative support to managers and staff within the Communications and Engagement Directorate, and frequently services as the first point of contact for the directorate.
The role involves liaising with SCHN staff, patients and families and members of the community.

Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment advantages, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)

- Demonstrated experience in an administrative role within a large organisation, or and equivalent combination of relevant study and work experience.
- Strong proficiency in a range of computer systems and applications, including the Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle and HealthRoster.
- Highly developed verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills, with the ability to effectively engage with staff at all levels, including management, as well as external stakeholders.
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, engaging effectively with individuals across varying levels of seniority and diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in high-pressure environments, maintaining confidentiality, adaptability and flexibility in response to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, maintain a strong focus on outcomes, and engage effectively in diverse and inclusive environments

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