Office of the Chief Executive and Governance
Location: Adelaide
Salary Range: 98,478-104,165
Classification: ASO6
Engagement Type: Term Contract
Closing Date: 29 Apr 2025
Role Highlights
* Make a meaningful impact through strategic and expert communications approaches
* Be part of a team that drives inclusion initiatives for the state
* Work with a dynamic and enthusiastic team
Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.
About the Business
Our Communications and Engagement team provide services and advice across a range of areas, including internal and external promotions, media and risk management, sector and stakeholder engagement, events, social media, graphic and multimedia design, website and intranet content.
Role Details
An exciting opportunity to join a high-performing communications and engagement team that contributes to policies and programs that make a real difference. Reporting to the Manager, Public Affairs, the Communications Lead is responsible for:
* Providing expert business partnering communications advice and support to key division/s within the Department.
* Developing and delivering strategic communications plans, content and materials for a range of internal and external channels, working collaboratively with subject matter experts, executives and specialist channel leads in media, social media, online and creative services.
* Identifying and managing complex issues and developing appropriate communication strategies to manage.
* Demonstrating a high level of collaboration, responsiveness, flexibility, resilience and customer-focused service that responds to diverse audiences and constantly changing priorities.
Special Conditions
* National Police Check required.
* Some out of hours work may be required.
* Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
* Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
* Role Status: Term up to 14/05/2027.
DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at and a member of the team will get back to you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.
Application Instructions
Resume and Cover Letter
You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills, attributes and experience meet the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form. For more information about applying, refer to our Job Application Guide.
Screening Checks
If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check, which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the South Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body. If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS, including periodic assessment during your employment.
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