Job Description
About the Role
As Senior Communications Officer, Animal Biosecurity, you will develop and deliver strategic communications that help people understand biosecurity risks, responsibilities and practices.
You will provide trusted communications advice, create clear and engaging content across multiple channels, and deliver campaigns, events and stakeholder engagement activities.
Working closely with technical experts and key partners, you will turn complex information into accessible messages and support timely communications during biosecurity incidents and emergency responses.
You will also use data, feedback and insights to evaluate impact and continuously improve communication outcomes.
The role will focus on the cattle tick programhttps:// and dealing with predominantly northern rivers stakeholders at the coal face.
About You
As our ideal candidate, you will bring:
Experience delivering strategic communications in complex environments.
Strong writing and digital communication skills across multiple channels.
The ability to turn technical information into clear, accessible content.
Experience managing campaigns, projects and competing priorities.
Confidence working with diverse stakeholders in high-pressure situations.
Experience in government, biosecurity, agriculture, regulatory or emergency settings.
Essential criteria:
Tertiary qualifications in communications, public relations and/or equivalent qualified experience.
For further information please contact hiring manager Rob Williams on ****** can also view the role descriptionhttps://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?




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Why Join Us?
At DPIRD, we're committed to protecting and growing NSW's primary industries while supporting regional communities.
When you join us, you'll:
Work on meaningful projects that shape the future of agriculture and biosecurity.
Enjoy flexible work arrangements and the option to work from regional locations.
Access professional development opportunities to grow your career.
Be part of a collaborative, inclusive team that values diversity and innovation.
Applications close: Monday, 7 September at 11:55pm AEST
We are committed to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers.
About Us
Together, we are DPIRD
The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.
Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies.
We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.
The department brings together:
Local Land Services
NSW Resources
Agriculture and Biosecurity
Fisheries and Forestry
Regional Development and Delivery.
With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.
Learn more about the benefitshttps:// joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

📌 Senior Communications Officer - Animal Biosecurity (Armidale)
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