Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment

Job reference: 852822

Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone The role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Communications Advisor to join the Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment (OCPSE) team.

The Communications Advisor will focus on promotional activities to increase visibility of OCPSE’s programs, designed to enhance the experience and the value proposition of the SA public sector workforce. This includes workforce information and guidance, South Australian Leadership Academy courses, the I WORK FOR SA job portal, employment programs, and various projects that further the sector’s commitment to WHS, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing.

The Communications Advisor will leverage opportunities to make strategic, data-driven improvements, and execute communications and media activities. The role will contribute creative innovation to achieve message cut-through and visually appealing content tailored for stakeholder groups. The role will develop speech notes, presentations, web and Intranet content and social media, working closely with OCPSE employees.

About us The Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment (OCPSE) enables more than 120,000 South Australian public sector employees to deliver great results and outcomes for the state.

Our people are responsible for sector-wide reforms and programs that:

- enhance workforce performance and potential
- provide stewardship to build an inclusive, safe, and ethical culture
- advance current and future leaders
- shape the future workforce, including its systems and data.

Our employees exemplify the South Australian public sector’s values and are committed to being a trusting,



respectful and resourceful team. Working with integrity is essential to our success as we strive to fulfil our sector’s purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives.

Our commitment to diversity The Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment (OCPSE) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA , people with disabilities, women and other diversity groups. OCPSE recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our employees and customers in delivering programs and services for the South Australian community.

Remuneration

Administration Services Officer, Level 5 (ASO5 $92,122 - $102,456 pa)

Full time, temporary 12-month contract (potential for extension)

Enquiries to

Elpitha Sougleris, Marketing and Communications Manager

Phone: 0413 965 or email @sa.gov.au

Application instructions

All applications must be submitted online via I Work For SA by clicking ‘Apply’ and following the instructions.

Applicants to submit a Covering Letter (maximum of 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience in relation to the capabilities in the role description and a current CV (maximum of 5 pages). Applications should include the name, email address and contact number of three current referees.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory National Police Clearance (NPC).

Applications close: 06/09/2026 11:45 PM Attachments:

- Communications Advisor RD - ASO5.pdf
- Employment Declaration.pdf

Flexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and adaptable ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

📌 Communications Advisor (Adelaide)
🏢 Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment
📍 Adelaide