The Company
Our client is a reputable local council committed to creating a green, global, connected and inclusive city that is liveable, culturally vibrant, sustainable and full of opportunity.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Communications to join the team on a six-month parental leave contract. The role will lead communications and media activities while providing strategic communications support to the Lord Mayor.
The successful candidate will bring proven experience in a ministerial, political or local government environment, with strong media management skills, exceptional communication capabilities and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships in a high-profile public sector setting.

The Job
Reporting into the Chief of Staff, during this exciting Head of Communications opportunity, you will be accountable for:

- Lead and manage a team of three, driving performance and delivering communications priorities.
- Set and deliver the communications agenda in collaboration with Executive leadership team.
- Lead proactive issues management and rapid media responses to emerging issues and reputational risks.
- Manage media enquiries, prepare media statements and oversee media relations.
- Oversee the development and delivery of high-quality media releases, speeches, social media content,



articles and publications.
- Monitor social media trends and provide strategic advice on digital engagement and communications opportunities.
- Identify and prioritise key communications initiatives across all media channels.
- Provide timely briefings and prepare the Lord Mayor for media interviews, events and public engagements.

You
To be successful for this Head of Communications role you must have:

- Proven experience in a senior leadership communications role within a government, ministerial, political or local council environment.
- Solid media relations and issues management skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience delivering strategic communications across traditional and digital channels.
- Proven team leadership and people management skills.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and executive influencing skills.
- Experience advising senior leaders on media and communications.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

How to apply
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to lead communications and media for a prominent local council on a six-month contract! Apply now!

Please be advised only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📌 Head of Communications | Local Government (Sydney)
🏢 SB Recruitment
📍 Sydney