Communications And Engagement Officer | Full-Time Temporary With A Possibility Of Permanency

Details: The Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development directorate (EPSDD) Communication, Engagement & Media team is looking for a passionate communications and engagement professional to join our team. This position will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to develop and deliver strategic communications and engagement projects across a range of interesting and challenging topics.EPSDD is responsible for a wide range of policies and programs within the ACTPS, including climate change policy, energy policy, nature and wildlife conservation, environment protection policy, water policy, strategic and statutory planning, development approvals, building policy, land policy, and heritage protection and restoration. The Directorate also includes the ACT Parks and Conservation Service which manages nature reserves, national parks, commercial softwood forests and rural lands to ensure Canberra provides open and safe space to our community.This is an exciting opportunity to strengthen your communications and engagement skills, develop targeted and engaging content for a variety of audiences, work with subject matter experts across a range of topics, and gain exposure to the diverse and rewarding work being delivered across the directorate.We are seeking a highly organised and driven individuals to join our dynamic team of communication professionals. If you are committed to supporting a positive team culture and keen to help shape Canberra's future, we want to hear from you!Eligibility/Other Requirements:Relevant tertiary education qualifications in the fields of Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Engagement or a related field is highly desirable.Accreditation under the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) is highly desirable.Notes: This is a temporary position available from 31 July 2024 to 2 February 2026 with the possibility of permanency. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. This position will be moving to a new workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.How to Apply: To apply, please provide your curriculum vitae and a maximum two-page pitch describing why you are suitable for the role addressing the professional / technical skills and knowledge and behavioural capabilities in the Position Description.Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. #LI-DNI Note This is a temporary posoition avialble from 31 July 2024 to 2 February 2026 with the possibility of permanency.