In the role of Senior Communications Advisor, you will coordinate and supervise communication services for significant projects program in the North Coast Region of QLD.
You will lead a team responsible for executive correspondence, issues management, stakeholder relationship management, public affairs, media relations, and community engagement.
Accountabilities include:
* Lead, manage, and coordinate the region’s executive correspondence, community relations, and community engagement programs.
* Supervise and coordinate the work of communications officers across the region, including the review and approval of communication material.
* Provide tactical and operational advice to regional staff on communication issues and strategies, including the development, implementation, and resolution of strategies and communication activities.
* Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate cooperation, coordination, and enhanced communication channels.
* Ensure appropriate governance frameworks are maintained and adhered to, in order to monitor compliance with policy, legislation, regulations, standards, and procedures.
* Provide training, advice, and support to regional staff, consultants, and contractors to enhance communication skills for delivering projects and initiatives.
Desirable Requirements:
* A current Class ‘C’ Drivers Licence.
* While qualifications are not mandatory, a degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing would be highly desirable. Preferably International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) in Engagement.
* Understanding of the Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia framework and how it applies to infrastructure projects. Preferably Infrastructure Sustainability Accredited Professional qualification (however, this is not mandatory).
* Experience in a strategic communication or community engagement role in an environment dealing with major infrastructure projects, particularly in the transport or civil engineering sector, will be highly regarded.
Role/Occupational Competencies:
* Leads Strategically: Recognises and articulates how the team's work contributes to the organisation's vision and community outcomes.
* Inspires Others: Generates active engagement in key initiatives through clear, enthusiastic, and compelling communication.
* Demonstrates Sound Governance: Works with the team to evaluate options and develop appropriate plans to mitigate risks.
* Executive Correspondence: Uses understanding of government, executive correspondence techniques to develop and tailor materials to enhance and maintain stakeholder relationships.
* Media: Uses a high-level understanding of media, government, and regional operations to manage and develop media resources to enhance the department's reputation.
* Community Engagement: Uses knowledge of community engagement practices and strategies to provide high-level advice to management and ensure effective community and departmental outcomes.
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