• $97,182 - $110,708

Here at Community Services Directorate (CSD), we are passionate about empowering people to meet their full potential by building inclusive and equitable communities where everyone is respected and valued. We have responsibility for a wide range of human services functions in the ACT, including multicultural affairs, community services, older people, women, public and community housing, children, youth and family support services and policy, Child and Family Centres, homelessness, community engagement, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs, and community disaster recovery.

We are currently looking for a Communication Officer to join our team for a 12-month contract to support the development and delivery of an Affirmative Consent Education Campaign. This campaign will support recent changes in the law which amended the definition of consent to an affirmative communicative model.

With support from the Content Director the Communication Officer will identify, develop, and implement a range of proactive communication activities including the development of campaign strategy and communication pieces for various channels including newsletters, website, social media, kits and more. You will also support the broader team with other projects as required so must be able to juggle multiple priorities, think strategically and have great people management skills, not to mention exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Come and join us to help our work in creating a safe and equitable Canberra for all.

CSD is an inclusive employer where all people are respected and valued for their contribution. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, People with Disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ) people.

Eligibility/Other requirements:

Candidates with experience developing and delivering integrated communication or marketing campaigns, and/or having worked for a local government organisation similar to the ACT Government would be an advantage.

Notes:

This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of permanency. Selection may be made on application and referee reports only. A merit pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply:

Written applications should be submitted in no more than two pages, addressing the Selection Criteria (capabilities) as outlined in the Position Description.

For further information, please visit www.jobs.act.gov.au 

Contact Officer: Angie Drake (02) 5124 8995 [email protected] using the subject line: Communications Officer - Consent Campaign enquiry via EthicalJobs.