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Strategic Communications Manager (Executive Level 1)

LJ040 - Strategic Communications Manager (Executive Level 1)
 
Position Number:LJ040
Section:
Branch:Communications, Ministerial & Transparency Branch
Division:Corporate Enabling Division
Location:Canberra
Advertised:01 November 2012
Applications Due:19 November 2012
Salary:$93,074 - $104,797
 
Duties
The Strategic Communications Manager will assist with providing advice and support across the Communications, Ministerial and Transparency Branch and the Agency on strategic communications and media. The role requires the development and management of communication plans and strategies and will involve strategic thinking around communication issues. We are looking for someone with an innovative approach to communicating with varied audiences and stakeholders as well as a good understanding of media.
 
Eligibility / Other Requirements
The successful candidate must be able to work out of hours and be on call 24 hours as needed.
Tertiary qualifications in public relations, marketing, journalism or similar are preferred. Experience in media or issues management is essential.
Candidates must be Australian citizens. This is a security assessed role and you will be required to either have, or be able to obtain, a security clearance at Negative Vetting 1 level.
 
Agency Contact
If, after receiving the selection documentation, you require further information, please contact Kirsty McIvor on (02) 6178 5542.
 
Accessing Selection Criteria Document
Selection Documentation [PDF file - 144 KB]  PDF file
Selection Documentation [Word file - 144 KB]  PDF file
Note that this selection documentation will not be available after the closing date.
 
AusAID is committed to workplace equity and diversity and encourages applications from Indigenous Australians, people with diverse cultural backgrounds and people with a disability.
 
How To Apply
Click on the link below to apply for this position online.
PLEASE NOTE: You have until midnight (Canberra time) on the closing date specified above to submit your application.