Attorney-General's Department Job reference: 628050 Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE Job status: Short Term Contract Eligibility: Open to Everyone Classification: ASO6 Salary Range: $98,478 - $104,165 Duration: Up to 8 months Vacancy Type: Full Time Number of Positions Available: 1 Closing Date: 11:30pm, Sunday 27 October 2024 About the Opportunity As the Senior Communications Officer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering strategic communications for Consumer and Business Services.
Your expertise will guide internal and external communications related to key operational policies and legislative reforms.
Responsibilities: Develop and implement strategic communication plans for priority reforms.
Provide expert advice to business unit leaders, including the Commissioner.
Conduct thorough research and analysis of consumer and business policies to inform communications.
Identify emerging issues and propose effective communication solutions.
Create high-quality content for various platforms, including websites, newsletters, and social media.
Support state and national marketing campaigns to enhance engagement.
Coordinate and contribute to specific projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will possess exceptional writing, editing, and analytical skills, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
You should have experience in developing strategic communications in a governmental or policy-driven environment, and the ability to engage diverse stakeholders effectively.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to driving positive change, we invite you to apply.
About the Business The Attorney-General's Department (AGD) provides a range of legal, regulatory and other services for the government and people of South Australia.
Employing around 1500 staff, AGD promotes justice by protecting people's rights, holding people to account according to the law, improving safety and contributing to an efficient and fair justice system.
Consumer and Business Services (CBS) is a division of the Attorney-General's Department and is responsible for protecting consumers, supporting and regulating businesses and recording significant life events for South Australians.
CBS is customer focused and flexible in its activities, providing accessible information and services.
CBS constitutes a large part of South Australia's business/consumer regulatory system and is the regulator for many businesses and professions.
CBS' strategic goals are to: Deliver effective regulation – by ensuring fair markets, safe products and empowered consumers.
Look after each other – fostering an engaging, positive and healthy work environment.
Look after our customers – ensuring an informative, consistent and responsive service.
Find better ways of working – through improved services and information.
The Regulatory Services Branch is responsible for providing an informative, consistent and responsive service through the provision of high-level strategic advice to, and on behalf of, senior officials, Ministers and the South Australian Government.
This includes developing and delivering legislative and policy reform on behalf of the Minister, Attorney-General and Commissioner that is in line with the Government's broader strategy and priorities.
Special Conditions for Employment Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Additional Notes You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below.
For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.
For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Nicole Thomas, Principal Communications and Stakeholder Advisor, CBS on (08) 8429 9464 or ******.
Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application.
The Attorney-General's Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible.
The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.
Applications close: 27/10/2024 11:30 PM #J-18808-Ljbffr