Communications Officer

About the Company

Davidson is working with a valued client who is seeking an experienced Communications Officer to join their Executive Services team within the Office of the Mayor.


About the Role/s

Reporting to the Chief of Staff, you will provide high-level communications advice and operational support to the Office of the Mayor.

• Provide strategic communications advice and support to the Chief of Staff, including development and implementation of key messaging and information
• Oversee the review of internal and external communications and media content to ensure accuracy, timeliness and quality
• Manage community correspondence processes, including responses and workflows within the Office of the Mayor
• Support communication activities relating to stakeholder engagement, advocacy, and partnerships across government, business and community sectors
• Research and coordinate written briefings, reports, recommendations and responses on emerging issues
• Prepare high-quality documentation, including reports, meeting briefs and correspondence
• Coordinate meeting and briefing materials for the Mayor and Chief of Staff
• Maintain databases, systems and processes to support efficient information management and reporting
• Support projects, initiatives and administrative activities within the Office of the Mayor
• Manage task allocation and prioritisation of correspondence across support staff, referring matters as required
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

About you

• Demonstrated experience in a communications, stakeholder engagement or similar role
• Tertiary qualifications in communications or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare high-quality content for diverse audiences
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to provide sound advice and recommendations
• Proven ability to exercise initiative, judgement and discretion, particularly when working with sensitive information
• Understanding of protocol when engaging with senior government stakeholders and cross-organisational partners
• Experience using corporate systems, registers and reporting tools
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Commitment to continuous improvement and adaptability in a changing environment
• Current C Class Driver’s Licence and willingness to occasionally work outside standard business hours

The Benefits

• $59.38 per hour + Super
• Initial government contract opportunity with potential for extension
• Located in Ipswich
• Full-time hours, Monday to Friday

How to apply

Please apply with current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx). If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact (Natalee.thorpe@davidsonwp.com), quoting reference JN -062026-43619.

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