Senior Coordinator Corporate Communications
Expression Of Interest
* Expressions of Interest to join Destination NSW, the champion and voice for the visitor economy within the NSW Government
* Clerk Grade 7/8 position with a salary range $113,574 - $125,720 per annum plus superannuation
* Temporary role (up to 12 months from date of appointment) located in The Rocks, Sydney
* Play a key role supporting the delivery of Vivid Sydney 2026!
About Destination NSW
Destination NSW is the champion and voice for the visitor economy within the NSW Government. Spearheading a whole-of-government approach to visitor economy growth, Destination NSW influences and shapes the visitor economy through strategic research, policy and thought leadership, stakeholder engagement and consultation, partnerships, business support, marketing and events. Destination NSW also owns, manages and produces Vivid Sydney.
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About the role
The Senior Coordinator Corporate Communications is responsible for developing and supporting a range of corporate communications programs that contribute to influencing and shaping the visitor economy timely. This includes preparing high-quality communications materials, briefs and correspondence that are consistent and aligned to the organisational corporate brand and voice.
A key focus of this role is providing complex and sensitive advice to address a wide range of media and communications risks and issues in a high-volume and high-pressure environment. This includes responding to media enquiries, providing on-call media support, and participating in the 24/7 Press Office roster.
This role also supports the Minister and other elected representatives through event planning and coordination, drafting media releases, speeches and other relevant communications. In addition, the role supports improvements to systems, processes and ways of working to help the team deliver consistent, high‑quality communications and meet deadlines in a high‑volume environment.
To learn more about the role, please click here to download the role description.
About You
You are an experienced communications professional who can produce clear, accurate and well‑written content in a fast‑paced environment. You take care with detail and understand the importance of getting information right, especially when working on public, media or Ministerial communications.
You have experience preparing media releases, briefs, key messages and other corporate communications, and you are comfortable supporting media enquiries and announcements. You can manage competing deadlines, stay calm under pressure and respond quickly when issues arise.
You work well with a range of people and can build effective working relationships with colleagues, senior leaders and external stakeholders. You use sound judgement when dealing with sensitive matters and can identify potential risks early and help manage them through clear and timely communication.
Essential Requirements
* Tertiary qualifications in communications and/or strong relevant experience.
* Willingness and ability to work out of hours and to be available on call as required.
Key Knowledge and Experience
* Demonstrated experience in corporate communications with a demonstrated ability to deliver high quality corporate content across a range of mediums.
* Demonstrated understanding of the current media and political landscape.
How to Apply
Your application must include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and an up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages) that details your capabilities and experience in relation to the above role. Applications must be submitted via our recruitment portal; applications will not be accepted by email.
Closing Date: Wednesday, 25th March 2026 [10.00AM]
Contact: Kevin Hirang, Talent Acquisition Assistant Advisor via
Working at the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport
At the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport we bring vibrancy to NSW by growing our creative industries and workforces, driving strong visitor and night-time economies, ensuring a responsible hospitality sector, and putting arts, culture and sport at the heart of our communities.
Together we:
* Create social and economic opportunities for the state
* Support the creation of jobs across the creative, visitor and night-time economies
* Prioritise First Nations artists, stories and culture
* Ensure arts, culture and sport are at the heart of every community to be enjoyed and accessed by all
* Drive visitation through events, campaigns and visitor experience development
* Activate our night-time and creative economies to unlock unique precincts and community spaces
* Deliver a vibrant and responsible hospitality, liquor, racing and gaming environment
* Support NSW’s key Cultural Institutions to ensure access for all, enable community experiences and education and preserve the state’s diverse cultural assets and history.
We believe diversity across our department allows us to be a true reflection of NSW citizens. We are a respectful workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.
This EOI constitutes a suitability assessment under Rule 18 of the Government Sector Employment Rules.
Eligible applicants will be assessed on their demonstrated capability, skills and experience against the role requirements.