The Role

The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

Key Duties of the APS 6 Media and Communications Officer include the following:

• Support the delivery, development and coordination of a range of external communication, social media and media products, events and activities. Liaise effectively with media outlets to ensure information requirements are understood.
• Produce and support the development of communication products such as social media posts, media releases, speeches, talking points and other communications materials to support Australian Submarine Agency outcomes.
• Support communications for internal audiences to achieve agreed business outcomes.
• Identify risks and opportunities within the business environment and take account of these in planning, decision making and priority setting.
• Build and sustain effective relationships with stakeholders to deliver agreed business outcomes.
• Work collaboratively and negotiate effectively with stakeholders and subject matter experts to deliver agreed business outcomes.
• Employ understanding of the strategic environment and priorities within the Australian Submarine Agency to deliver communication and media products and activities.
• Interpret and comply with legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks.

About our Team

As part of the Australian Submarine Agency you will be working at the cutting edge of capability delivery, supported by professionalisation pathways so you can continue to develop, along with unique and varied career opportunities. Our people are capable, committed and diverse.

We support an inclusive culture that emphasises respect and collaboration and prioritises safety and security. Our greatest asset is our people. We offer flexible working arrangements and a range of formal and informal professional development opportunities.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are a dynamic agency seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program.

Our ideal candidates will bring the following attributes and skills to the role:

• Interest in media, social media and communications
• Possess excellent written communication and interpersonal skills
• Have strong stakeholder engagement skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a range of people, including at an internal and External senior executive level
• Exercise sound judgement, discretion, and integrity including the ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy
• Have attention to detail, with the ability to take responsibility for own actions and accurate completion of work

Application Closing Date: Sunday 4 May 2025

For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASA/03253/25 on

https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=2B5CB166-2C69-5EBA-97E3-E3BEADE46CB2