AO5 Communications Advisor

Randstad Professionals
Nerang, QLD
A$67.13-$72.96 p/h + plus super
Marketing & Communications → Public Relations & Corporate Affairs
Contract
On-site

Posted 3 days ago


Randstad is currently recruiting for an AO5 Communications Advisor to work with the State Government on a number of infrastructure projects based in the Gold Coast.

In the role of Communications Advisor you will provide strategic community and stakeholder management services to technical and professional staff for community engagement, media relations, issues management, public affairs and stakeholder relationship management.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare communications materials, including all project collateral, researching and writing media releases, ministerial briefings, newsletters, flyers, display materials, speech notes and others for the project.
  • Crisis and reputation management strategies
  • Provide advice to Project Directors, managers and other staff in the areas of communications strategies for difficult stakeholders and critical conversations in relation to the project.
  • Coordinate community and stakeholder engagement activities for road infrastructure projects in the region, including providing project managers with ongoing strategic communications advice, and developing and implementing communication strategies.
  • Develop, plan and manage key communication activities such as road commissioning, launches, media opportunities and other events as required.
  • Provide training, advice and support to project staff and consultants to enhance communication skills and improve relationships with key stakeholders and the community.
  • Develop and implement communication strategies, activities, procedures and policies which assist the project to achieve its strategic objectives.

Mandatory Requirements:

  • Previous experience in dealing with difficult stakeholders and critical conversations.
  • Current holder of a Class C driver's licence with own vehicle to attend various sites, offices and face to face meetings.
  • Required to undergo employment screening (for example a criminal history check) as part of our selection process.
  • Hold a Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card) or have ability to obtain within six months of starting.

Desirable Requirements:

  • A degree in communications, public relations or marketing or equivalent years work experience would be highly desirable.
  • Experience in major infrastructure project environments and social media competency, will also be highly regarded.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills.
  • IAP2 or equivalent training in community engagement and public participation.
  • Knowledge of the infrastructure planning lifecycle.

The pay rate for this position is at the AO5 level of $67.13 - $72.96 p/hr + super (depending on the level of experience). This is initially a 6 month assignment, with the possibility of extension.. The role is full time (37.5 hours per week) based in Nerang.

If you are interested in this role please hit the 'Apply now' button. Any questions about the role please reach out to Aoife Bradley- [email protected].

Undertaking a temporary contract through Randstad will give you exclusive access to our candidate benefits portal. This includes many discounts across health insurance, phone plans, grocery stores and other retail stores as well as many other discounts. You will be able to access this directly through our easy to use timesheet portal upon commencement of your assignment.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.


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