Lead strategic, internal and executive communications in a 3-month ASO7 contract role.Your New OrganisationAn exciting opportunity exists for an experienced communications leader to join a large and complex department on a 3-month contract.
At ASO7 level, this role offers the chance to influence communication outcomes across the organisation while leading a small, high-performing team.This position will suit a well-rounded communications professional who understands the complete communications function, from strategic planning and executive communications through to events, stakeholder engagement and internal communications delivery.
Working closely with senior leaders, you will provide trusted advice, manage competing priorities and ensure communication activities align with organisational objectives.Your current roleAs Principal Communications Advisor, you will lead the planning and delivery of communications initiatives across a broad portfolio of work.
A key component of the role will be developing executive messaging and preparing high-quality communications on behalf of senior leaders, including CE communications.You will oversee internal communications activities, manage event communications and delivery, provide strategic communications advice and lead communication planning for priority projects and initiatives.
You will also be responsible for managing a small communications team, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard and within tight timeframes.Success in this role will require strong judgement, political awareness and the ability to identify and respond to emerging issues while maintaining strong relationships across a diverse stakeholder group.What you'll need to succeedDemonstrated experience in a senior communications leadership role in a Government settingExceptional writing,



editing and content development skillsExperience developing executive communicationsStrong internal communications and employee engagement experienceProven ability to lead and develop a small teamExcellent communication planning and project management skillsStrong stakeholder engagement and influencing capabilitySound political judgement and the ability to work in complex environmentsAvailability to commence immediately for the duration of the contractThe successful candidate must be willing for Hays to run a national police clearance What you'll get in returnThis opportunity offers the chance to take ownership of a broad communications portfolio within a respected department.
You'll work with senior decision-makers, lead meaningful communication initiatives and contribute to high-profile projects while building on your leadership experience.Temporary and Contract workers through Hays also enjoy a wide range of benefits including: Weekly pay cycles Nominated choice of superannuation fund Online timesheet submission and approval No hidden fees or costs for our services Regular contact with your consultant throughout the duration of your assignmentWhat you need to do nowYour Marketing and Communications expert, Sonia Diestel-Feddersen is recruiting this exciting vacancy.
If this sounds like the role you have been looking for and hold all of the above requirements, apply now via the link.
For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Georgia Galloway on *********.
If this position isn't quite right, however you are immediately available seeking temporary work in the areas of: Marketing, Communications, Events, Video Production, Graphic Design, Digital, Content Creation, Web Content Writing or Media Relations please feel free to get in touch to register for temporary work.
Hays is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture and encourages our clients in their planning and promoting around diversity.
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQ, people with disabilities and other diversity groups.
Hays recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our clients in delivering a diverse workforce.
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📌 Principal Communications Advisor (Adelaide)
🏢 Hays
📍 Adelaide