Director Media and Communications

• Shape the public voice of one of NSW’s most vital frontline services
• Strategic executive leadership role with impact across government, media and the community
• Excellent remuneration and leave support including annual, parental, carers and more
• Up to $199,405 per annum + super and benefits

NSW Ambulance is an integral part of the NSW Health system, working together seamlessly to deliver critical services to communities across the state.

Hudson Executive has the privilege of partnering with NSW Ambulance to appoint a strategic and influential communications leader into the pivotal role of Director, Media and Communications. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead one of the most high-profile communications portfolios in the NSW public sector.

The Opportunity

This role offers a rare chance to shape how one of the state’s most essential emergency services engages with its stakeholders—across government, media, the public and internally. Operating in a high-trust, high-pressure environment, you will provide expert communications leadership at both strategic and operational levels. Click here for the Role Description

Why this role matters

• Lead complex, high-impact media and communication initiatives across NSW
• Work directly with senior executives and government on matters of public importance
• Influence public perception and build community trust in a fast-moving, highly visible organisation
• Drive innovation, modernise communication practices, and elevate the organisation’s voice internally and externally
• Enjoy excellent remuneration, executive exposure, and generous public sector leave entitlements

The Role

As Director, Media and Communications, you will:
• Lead the end-to-end delivery of strategic media, issues management, internal communications, digital content, branding, events, and stakeholder engagement
• Ensure alignment with whole-of-government and NSW Health objectives across all communications
• Build capability and lead a high-performing, multi-disciplinary communications team
• Foster a culture of service, responsiveness, and continuous improvement
• Lead communications during high-pressure events, including crisis and emergency situations
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government, media, and the broader community

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:
• Extensive senior leadership experience in media, communications and issues management in a complex organisation and high-pressure environment
• Sound knowledge of political, social, policy and media issues impacting NSW Ambulance and the health and emergency services system
• Demonstrated experience in providing strategic advice on high-level issues, strategy and policy to senior executives
• Tertiary qualifications in communications, media, public relations or journalism, or equivalent experience
• A strong understanding of the machinery of government and political and parliamentary processes to support effective communication and build trusted relationships with Ministers’ Offices, NSW Health and key stakeholders

To apply, please submit your CV along with responses to the following two capability-based questions (maximum 4,000 characters each, including spaces):

Question 1: Describe a time when you provided strong service to both internal and external stakeholders in a high-pressure communications environment. What actions did you take to build trust and deliver value, and how did you measure your impact?

Question 2: Give an example of how you translated shifting strategic direction into clear operational goals within a communications context. How did you ensure alignment with business outcomes, and how did you bring your team or stakeholders along on the journey?

As part of the selection process the successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Check and/or other checks as required for the position. To apply for the position, you will be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident.
 

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For recruitment related queries or questions or if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact the Leeann Soden at leeann.soden@hudson.com and quote JN243770

Closing Date: 11:59pm, Monday 7^th April 2025