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. #J-18808-Ljbffr