The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) is an independent statutory office established to protect the rights and interests of adults with impaired decision-making capacity, and children and young people in the child protection system and other visitable sites.

Join us as we protect, support, advocate, educate and empower, to build a Queensland where our most vulnerable community members can live with dignity.

Please visit the OPG website to learn more.

• Permanent flexible full-time
• AO7 Classification
• CBD location, close to public transport

about the role

The role of the Team Leader, Communications and Engagement works with a high level of autonomy in a fast-paced work environment focussed on developing and delivering a range of communication and community education initiatives.

key responsibilities

• Lead and coach a small team which delivers a range of internal and external communications, engagement services and stakeholder education activities.
• Develop, implement and evaluate complex communications and engagement strategies and plans to support the achievement of OPG’s organisational goals.
• Provide expert strategic advice on communication strategies, stakeholder engagement, media relations and emerging issues to support OPG’s strategic decision-making processes and critical issue responses.
• Lead the development and maintenance of internally and externally published content, including internet and intranet content, brochures, guides, reports (including the Annual Report), speeches, media releases and briefing notes with a focus on accuracy, reader engagement and accessibility.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Communications policies, procedures, and quality assurance processes to facilitate high quality business operations.
• Manage media activities, including researching and preparing media statements and responses, and coordinating interviews for the Public Guardian as required.
• Develop and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships to ensure effective collaboration and engagement to support operational core business and produce quality client-focussed outcomes.

There are no mandatory qualifications required to undertake this role, however a tertiary qualification in marketing, advertising, communication, or a related field will be highly desirable.

Hands-on experience using website and desktop publishing software is highly desirable, as is an understanding of graphic design.

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A position description is attached.