- Immediate start, contract through to 30 June 2027
- Attractive salary package + 15.4% super
- Please call Michelle Liv on 02 6112 7653

Your new company Join a purpose-driven national organisation committed to delivering meaningful outcomes through impactful programs, research, engagement and advocacy. With a strong focus on community, culture and collaboration, this organisation plays an important role in shaping conversations and initiatives that have a lasting impact across Australia. This is an opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects while working alongside passionate professionals who value innovation, inclusion and strategic thinking.

Your new role

- Lead the development and delivery of strategic communication and media plans that support nationally significant programs and initiatives.
- Identify and drive proactive media opportunities, crafting compelling stories that generate engagement and strengthen organisational reputation.
- Develop executive communication products including speeches, presentations, briefing materials, talking points and key messaging for senior stakeholders.
- Provide expert advice on strategic messaging, reputation management and communications risks within a complex stakeholder environment.
- Translate complex policy, research and program information into accessible and engaging content for diverse audiences.
- Build robust relationships across the organisation to ensure communications are coordinated, culturally informed and aligned with strategic priorities.
- Analyse media coverage, audience insights and campaign performance to evaluate communication effectiveness and inform future strategy.

What you'll need to succeed





- Demonstrated experience developing and implementing strategic communications and media engagement strategies.
- Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for executive, media, stakeholder and public audiences.
- Experience preparing speeches, presentations, ministerial-style briefs, talking points or executive communication materials.
- Strong media relations and stakeholder engagement experience, including managing competing priorities and sensitive issues.
- The confidence to influence and provide trusted communications advice to senior leaders and internal stakeholders.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to use audience insights, media monitoring and performance data to measure impact.
- A high level of cultural awareness and the ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with diverse communities.

What you'll get in return

- A non-ongoing APS6 contract through to 30 June 2027 in central Canberra.
- Immediate start with an attractive salary package + 15.4% super.
- The opportunity to lead high-profile communication initiatives with national reach and impact.
- Exposure to senior executive stakeholders and strategic decision-making processes.
- Flexible working arrangements and an excellent work-life balance.

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Please note, due to the nature of the role, we are currently seeking candidates based locally . Interstate applicants are kindly asked not to apply at this time.

**Michelle Liv

Business Director Marketing & Communications HAYS

T: 02 6112 7653

E: [email protected]**

📌 Media Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Hays
📍 Canberra