Communications Officer
Join our Strategic Communications and Engagement Branch at Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- Embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible/hybrid working hours.
- Committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About this role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
We are excited to welcome an experienced Communications Officer to join our dynamic and results-driven team. You will play a crucial role in delivering communication campaigns and events to support an inclusive approach to communications. This role also helps support the development of communications, including supporting communication for the NSW Health Awards, events in recognition of National Sorry Day and sponsorship. This includes managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and the development of engagement resources, policies, coordination of meetings and events.
Crown Clerk 7/8, starting salary from $110,266 - $122,058 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week.
For more information, please read the full Role Description
What you'll be doing
As a dedicated Communications Officer, you will:
- Support the delivery of best practice communication (including researching, writing and editing) through the use of policy, guidelines, and toolkits.
- Draft communication materials for different channels and audiences, and facilitate approvals of content, creative, messaging and videos.
- Deliver well-organised and coordinated support for stakeholder engagement activities, including sponsorship arrangements, VIP visitors, international delegations and events for National Sorry Day.
- Draft and develop strategic communication plans and content to raise awareness and promote projects and events.
- Support the development and implementation of NSW Health policies and corresponding resources, as well as provide relevant advice and guidance to stakeholders across the system.
- Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation and issues management to ensure project deliverables are met.
About you
We are seeking a motivated and committed individual who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Copywriting and events delivery experience.
- Stakeholder engagement experience.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Communications or similar and demonstrated equivalent experience.
How to apply
At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below (maximum 300 words per question):
Target Questions
- Describe a time when you engaged stakeholders to implement a new initiative. What challenges did you experience, how did you engage and communicate with your stakeholders and how did you support them to implement the new initiative?
- Detail your experience in coordinating and supporting the delivery of a large-scale event in a large matrix organisation. What was the approach and result, and how did it support business objectives?
Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.
Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission
For role related queries or questions contact Sylvia Baraya on sylvia.baraya@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ576029.
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Lily Flynn on lily.flynn@health.nsw.gov.au.
Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday, 8 June 2025
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.
To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
- This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal.
- Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey - apply now!
Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 8 June 2025
