- Oversee a nationally significant disaster preparedness initiative and help build more resilient communities across NSW through strategic communications, partnerships and community engagement.
- Temporary, full-time prospect up to September 2029 with the Coordination and Engagement Division.
- Role can be based in Parramatta/Sydney or at one of our approved RA offices by negotiation, with flexible work options and hybrid arrangements available.
- Clerk 9/10, salary relative to experience, and ranges from $133,348 - $146,945 + super.

About the role

The Senior Program Officer - Get Ready plays a critical role in delivering the NSW Reconstruction Authority's commitments under the National Get Ready Project, a nationwide effort to strengthen disaster preparedness. Building on the successful Get Ready Queensland model, this landmark initiative will establish a nationally coordinated approach to community preparedness while enabling tailored local action to improve resilience and disaster readiness.

As a key member of the team, you will coordinate the development and delivery of strategic risk awareness and community preparedness programs across NSW. Working with government agencies, councils, community organisations, non-government partners and industry stakeholders, you will drive communications, engagement and behaviour change initiatives that empower communities to better prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters.

Key responsibilities include:

- Developing and delivering risk awareness and community preparedness communication strategies and programs that align with NSW Government objectives and community needs.
- Supporting the delivery of NSW commitments under the National Get Ready initiative, including campaigns,



partnerships, community activations, digital platforms and community preparedness research.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with government agencies, councils, community groups, NGOs, industry representatives and subject matter experts.
- Developing behaviour change objectives and preparedness initiatives that drive meaningful community action and resilience outcomes.
- Designing and implementing practical preparedness approaches that support diverse communities, including vulnerable and high‑risk cohorts.
- Supporting the development and delivery of integrated communication and marketing strategies that promote disaster preparedness across NSW.
- Overseeing the creation, review and distribution of campaign materials and resources, ensuring consistency with branding requirements and National Get Ready objectives.
- Collaborating with communications and engagement specialists to support the ongoing development and maintenance of websites and digital engagement platforms.
- Identifying, securing and managing sponsorship, advertising and promotional opportunities to extend program reach and impact.
- Managing procurement activities, contracts and supplier relationships associated with campaign and program delivery.
- Planning and delivering national and state‑based events, workshops,



meetings and conferences to promote preparedness and strengthen stakeholder collaboration.
- Monitoring program performance and stakeholder feedback to support continuous improvement and evidence‑based decision‑making.

About You

You are a strategic communications and engagement professional with a passion for community resilience and public impact. You bring strong stakeholder management skills, a collaborative approach and the ability to translate complex information into meaningful campaigns and initiatives that inspire action.

You will bring:

- Demonstrated experience in senior communications, marketing, engagement or program delivery roles.
- Proven success developing and delivering strategic communication, engagement and behaviour change initiatives.
- Experience managing integrated marketing campaigns across digital, community and stakeholder channels.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build productive relationships across government, community, industry and non‑government sectors.
- Experience coordinating complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities and tight deadlines.
- Strong written communication skills, including the ability to develop strategic content, campaign materials, reports and briefing documents.
- Experience overseeing the development and delivery of digital communication products and online engagement platforms.
- Knowledge of branding, campaign management and audience engagement principles.
- Strong project management, planning and organisational skills.
- Experience managing procurement processes, contracts, sponsorships or se

📌 Senior Program Officer (Parramatta)
🏢 Department Of Communities And Justice
📍 Parramatta