Communications Officer

Austroads is looking for a full-time Communications Officer to assist with the development and implementation of effective communication activities.

The role forms part of the Strategic Engagement and Performance team, which is responsible for providing a whole-of-organisation approach to support the evolving needs of members, and to guide the identification, establishment, and delivery of projects in alignment with Austroads’ strategic objectives.

The role is responsible for:

• Assisting with preparing documents for publication including technical and research reports, Austroads Guides, corporate reports and the like.
• Assisting with the development and delivery of stakeholder communication strategies.
• Assisting with the promotion of Austroads including preparing website content, social media updates, media releases and newsletters.
• Assisting with the delivery of the Austroads Knowledge Sharing Strategy targeting practitioners including project specific communications.
• Assisting with the delivery of webinars and in-person events.
• Assisting with the preparation of correspondence, papers, reports and presentations.
• Contributing to continuous improvement, identifying ways to enhance value for our members and the public.
• Maintaining and adhere to Quality Systems processes and procedures associated with the role
• Other duties as directed.

Personal qualities:

A successful candidate will need to present a professional image and build strong relationships across the enterprise. Specifically, the role requires:

• A service focused approach
• Sound judgement and problem-solving ability
• Strong networking and teamworking skill
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
• Professional ethics and integrity
• Comfort working in an environment which is constantly evolving.

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For more information or to express interest in this role, please use our online form to contact our Human Resources Manager.