Key duties of the role: Undertake standard public affairs work, including:Undertake new, complex or critical public affairs work, under a routine level of supervision in the dissemination and/or marketing of public information, including:Prepare more complex materials for public relations or public communications activitiesPrepare drafts of speeches, media releases, web content and other promotional materialsEdit the work of PAO 1 and/or other contributorsDevelop and implement communication strategies for less complex public affairs activitiesAdvise internal stakeholders regarding communications approaches and strategiesUndertake media backgroundingBrief enabling services and suppliers such as graphic designers, video production, web design and publication.Prepare submissions, briefs and correspondenceUndertake research and analysis of issues relevant to the work area and undertake evaluation of the impact of communications strategies, including making recommendations for change as neededLiaise within the department and assist in liaison with external stakeholders as appropriateArrange and support meetings, events and working groupsManage or assist in managing a team including leading, developing, coaching and providing constructive feedback to staff, monitoring budgets and team performance.Key Attributes:A good understanding, or the ability to quickly gain a good understanding, of the relevant work environment and its relevant legislative, regulatory and compliance frameworks.Strong oral and written communication skills and a track record in producing high quality materials for publication.Sound judgement.Ability to build good relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Adherence to the department's Core 4 Values.Required qualifications OR relevant experience:A cadetship or a relevant public affairs degree or diploma.