Job Description
APS6 Senior Communications Officer | Strategy & Media
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Develop and implement communication strategies, campaigns and public affairs activities in an Australian Government environment, providing media, issues management and strategic communication advice to senior stakeholders.
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Location: Canberra, ACT
n Contract Duration: 6 months with potential 12-month extension
n Security Clearance Requirement: Baseline
n Closing Date: 19/08/2026
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Essential Tasks
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Develop and implement communication strategies, plans and products for key projects, campaigns and commemorative events.
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Provide communication, media and issues management advice to senior management and business areas.
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Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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Support launches, presentations, public relations events and other public affairs activities.
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Key Criteria
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Well-developed written and communication skills,
including the ability to negotiate and communicate with influence.
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Ability to inform communication strategies and provide advice that supports business outcomes.
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Strong leadership, teamwork and stakeholder relationship skills.
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Excellent proofreading and editing skills, supported by core project management capability.
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About Compas
n Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since ****. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.
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YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE
n Due to the nature of this setting, candidates must hold a current Baseline clearance.
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