A fixed-term contract through to 30 June **** with a 35-hour working week arrangementFixed-term contract to 30 June **** | 35-hour working week arrangement | Work-life balanceYour new company This organisation plays a significant role in delivering national priorities and is committed to continuous improvement and effective communication practices across its operations.Your new role This is a senior, hands-on communications prospect where you will lead the development and delivery of communication and engagement strategies for a portfolio of high-profile projects.Developing and implementing sophisticated communications and stakeholder engagement strategiesLeading communications and engagement activity across complex, high-profile projectsProviding strategic advice to senior executives on communications approaches, stakeholder considerations and emerging issuesMapping out the relevant stakeholdersMonitoring the external environment to identify communications risks, opportunities and potential sensitivitiesSupporting media responses and contributing to media strategies and collateralTranslating complex information into clear, accessible messaging for diverse audiencesManaging forward communications plans aligned with key project milestonesWhat you'll need to succeed You will be an accomplished communications professional who is comfortable operating in complex and sensitive environments.Significant experience in a senior communications,



engagement or strategic communications roleStrong capability developing and implementing communications and stakeholder engagement strategiesExperience providing strategic communications advice and influencing senior stakeholdersExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to simplify complex subject matterStrong judgement when navigating sensitive issues, stakeholder considerations and potential media mattersA proactive approach to identifying emerging communications risks and opportunitiesRelevant tertiary qualifications and/or substantial senior-level communications experienceAn understanding of public policy development and experience in the government sector would be advantageous.What you'll get in return A fixed-term contract through to 30 June **** with an attractive salary package35-hour working week, supporting a work-life balanceStrategic senior-level exposure, with the opportunity to influence communications approaches and advise senior decision-makers on complex and sensitive mattersWork in a supportive and engaging team for a big causeWhat 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 LivBusiness Director Marketing & Communications HAYST: ************E: ******#*******

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