The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications and knowledge to provide safe care are registered. 

Ahpra is committed to providing a culturally safe work environment that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. 

This is a role with a national organisation, sitting in a high-performing team with a supportive culture. The Communications Advisors support, lead and deliver outstanding communication services across the organisation. This includes managing a diverse portfolio of exciting internal and external projects and communications activities across 16 health professions. You may do some reactive media work and be required to participate in a rotating roster handling occasional out of hours media enquiries.

We are looking for someone who can confidently build relationships in a large, complex organisation, be a self-starter, an excellent communicator who’s able to translate complex information into plain English and keep things on track through first class communication strategies – both written and oral.

The successful applicant should understand the need to foster positive relationships with work colleagues to achieve this, as well as the importance of considering stakeholder and consumer views when advising on ways to engage and consult.

This is a full time, ongoing role in our Melbourne or Brisbane offices, working a hybrid arrangement. 

In this role you will: 

• Plan, write and edit high quality communications content for a diverse range of channels
• Take the lead on projects, and on adhoc work, to deliver great communications advice and support.
• Develop and implement tailored communication and engagement strategies/plans to support objectives, to internal and external audiences. 
• Provide advice on, and help develop and implement, communications plans and customer engagement strategies.
• Use a range of communication channels to rea[ch internal and external audiences.
• Be a comms all-rounder with the ability to think strategically, tailor messages and produce high-quality content and collateral.

You can read more in the attached role description:  Communications Advisor (CL5) Role Descriptor.pdf

As the ideal candidate, you will demonstrate the following: 

• Demonstrated communications experience in a high pressure and complex organisation
• Excellent written communications skills and the ability to convert complex and technical information into engaging, accessible content.
• A proven track record in providing outstanding customer service and working well in a team
• Exceptional interpersonal and strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to comfortably manage multiple projects, competing timelines and uncertainty
• Tertiary qualification in Communications, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

What we offer: 

• Hybrid working environment, 2 office days/3 at home
• 17.5% leave loading
• You will receive a company laptop and working from home kit.
• Professional development opportunities, including Linkedin licenses
• Access our flexible working opportunities
• Inclusive and supportive colleagues, enjoy coming to work and collaborating with your team
• Salary packaging arrangements including novated leasing and education expenses
• Discounted health insurance with Private Health
• Attractive base salary starting at $97,122 plus superannuation and leave loading 

To apply: 

• Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application. 
• Your application must include a resume, a cover letter and selection criteria addressing the “As the ideal candidate, you will demonstrate the following” section 
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. 
• For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact recruitment team via email [email protected] using the subject line: Communications Advisor - Melbourne / Brisbane enquiry via EthicalJobs. 

Please note applications will be screened and shortlisted during the advertising period.  Should we receive suitable candidates during this time, the advertising period will cease. 

Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks. 

Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the Flexible working policy. 

Ahpra acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continued connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and Elders past, present and emerging. 

With respect, no agencies please.