The Agency:
This independent government agency plays a crucial role in managing Australia’s water resources to ensure a sustainable future. Working closely with government partners and key stakeholders, the agency develops and implements strategies that support water conservation, environmental sustainability, and community engagement.

The Role:
A short term, 3-month contract position is available with our client to commence from May 2025. You’ll be working closely with an APS6 and EL1 to write and deliver various content for a science division.

This is a varied position and will include a range of communication and administrative tasks. This position is an APS5 equivalent and the hourly rate anticipated for this position is between $50 and $60 per hour. The position will commence from May and conclude in late August. An extension is not likely. Please consider this when applying.


Role Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of communication strategies and plans.
• Support the creation of engaging communication materials to promote key initiatives.
• Provide communications advice to internal stakeholders and ensure messaging aligns with agency objectives.
• Identify opportunities to align external communication activities with internal audiences.
• Contribute to process improvements and proactive issue resolution within the communications function.
• Undertake administrative tasks, including finance and procurement, to support the team.

Your Skills and Experience:
To be considered for this position you must have availability to work full-time from early May until August 2025. You will have a varied communications background including demonstrated ability to write content for various channels. Applicants with marketing centric skillsets or backgrounds are not suited to this position.


Eligibility and How to Apply:
To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application. A security clearance is not required for this position.

To apply for this position please click ‘apply now’ and upload a simple version of your CV. A cover letter is optional. For a confidential discussion feel free to reach out to Tanisha on [email protected]

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