Assistant Director Strategic Communications - Scheme Reform Communications

Mandatory: Australian Citizenship required to work within Federal Government.

About the company:

This leading Federal government agency supports Australian’s in achieving their goals and helps them to live a better life. Their work has an impact on a significant area in the social sector, and you can contribute to the difference that they make in this role. This agency is known for having a great culture across different teams and have excellent office locations.  A great opportunity for an Assistant Director Strategic Communications - Scheme Reform Communication to join this busy team.

About the role:

•Leading and driving the delivery of strategic communications plans and supporting collateral across various communication channels.
• Helping our audiences understand the changes that are being made to the Scheme and how they impact them, including continual assessment of incoming information and announcements for developing positioning approaches and outputs.
•Applying high level strategic communications knowledge in overseeing integrated marketing communications campaigns.
•Using data and insights, continually improve function and guidance across the reform communications team and building programs of optimisation.
•Working with members of the Strategic Communications Division, identifying and collaborating on joint change, communication, marketing, advocacy and reputation growth objectives.
•Providing effective leadership for direct reports, including providing employees with the coaching, information and guidance for achieving outcomes and ensuring compliance.
•Defining staff roles, performance expectations and conducting performance appraisals as required.

You will have:

• Strategic communication – Ability to develop clear and effective communication strategies for different audiences.
•Leadership and team management – Experience in leading and supporting a team to deliver high-quality work.
•Stakeholder engagement – Ability to build and manage strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
•Campaign management – Ability to plan and manage communication campaigns using data and insights.
•Plain English and accessibility – Strong writing skills with the ability to create clear, concise, and accessible content that meets audience needs.
• Project and resource management – Experience in managing detailed or sensitive projects, allocating resources, and adjusting plans as needed.
•Change management and continuous improvement – Ability to identify opportunities to enhance communication strategies and improve stakeholder understanding.

Benefits:

•    ASAP start (pending Federal Police Clearance)
•    12 Months contract with possibility to be extended
•    Full time hours Monday to Friday 
•    Geelong location + hybrid working from home options
•    $602.55 Daily + Super


How to apply:

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.


Please note the successful candidate for the role must hold Australian Citizenship.

Please click ‘APPLY” to upload your details and resume to be considered for this role. 

Applications close 15.00 PM AEST, 6TH March 2025