- APS6 opportunity in Canberra South
- Hybrid working arrangements may be available
- Please call Michelle Liv on 02 6112 7653

Available APS6 opportunity driving social media, digital content and strategic communications nationwide.

Your new company

Join a dynamic Federal Government communications team delivering impactful digital content, social media campaigns and communications projects with national reach.

Your new role

Shape communications campaigns that reach Australians nationwide. This is an exciting prospect for an APS6 communications professional to drive high-quality social media, digital content and communication initiatives within a Federal Government department. Working in a collaborative communications team, you'll create engaging content, deliver digital campaigns, manage website content, and help strengthen public understanding of key government programmes and services.

- Develop and publish engaging content across social media and digital channels.
- Plan, create and edit video content for social media, websites and digital campaigns.
- Identify communication risks and opportunities, developing practical mitigation strategies to support coordinated and consistent messaging.
- Use audience insights, stakeholder feedback and evaluation findings to refine communication strategies and improve engagement outcomes.
- Design multimedia assets including graphics, short-form video and visual content.
- Monitor social media performance and provide insights through analytics reporting.
- Support digital campaigns through content planning, audience targeting and optimisation.
- Ensure all content meets accessibility requirements, including WCAG standards.




- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver effective communication outcomes.
- Contribute to content strategies that increase engagement and audience reach.

What you'll need to succeed

- Experience managing social media platforms within a government, corporate or large organisational environment.
- A proactive approach to identifying communication opportunities and anticipating emerging issues.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, including the confidence to challenge, influence and guide communication decisions.
- An outcomes-focused mindset, using evidence and audience insights to continually improve communication activities.
- Strong social media video production and editing skills, including filming, post-production and content optimisation.
- Experience using analytics and reporting tools to measure content performance.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll get in return

- Competitive APS6 salary with flexible hybrid working arrangements may be available.
- Role in Canberra South.
- Lead high-profile digital, social media and communication projects with national reach.
- Enjoy a supportive team culture.
- Contribute to meaningful work that delivers real outcomes for Australians.

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 Manager Marketing & Communications HAYS

T: 02 6112 7653

E: [email protected]

📌 Strategic Communications Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Hays
📍 Canberra