Job no: 684899

Job status: Ongoing role

Employment type: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Work arrangements: Flexible working environment – hybrid work

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for clear, compelling communication where your words can make a real impact? The Audit Office of South Australia (SA) is seeking a communications leader and chief editor to lead our communications function and support our mission to promote transparency and accountability across the public sector.

Your organisation

The Audit Office of South Australia (SA) strives to help the SA public sector to operate at the highest levels of accountability and integrity. We provide timely, relevant information to Parliament on the performance and accountability of SA government agencies and local government through our audits, reviews, and examinations.

Your team

The Communications team is a small team that develops and implements our communication strategies and manages our internal and external communications including our reports to Parliament, which are critical to delivering the Auditor-General’s statutory audit mandate and responsibilities.

What you’ll do

• Oversee and provide editorial direction into high-quality content across all platforms.
• Set the standard for writing excellence.
• Provide trusted advice to the Auditor-General and senior leaders on communication risks, opportunities and best practice.
• Support organisational change through strategic communications.

Who you are

You’re a confident communicator and editor with a sharp eye for detail and a strategic mindset. You know how to turn complex ideas into clear, accessible content — and you understand the power of language in shaping public trust. To succeed, you'll need:

• proven experience in strategic communications, report production and stakeholder engagement
• exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills, and the ability to distil complex information into plain language
• proven leadership and the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• a collaborative and forward-thinking mindset
• a relevant tertiary qualification (highly desirable, but not essential)
• Australian citizenship/permanent residency at the time of applying.

What we offer

• A unique opportunity to contribute to making government better and make a positive change with internal and external stakeholders – your expertise will be respected, and your contributions will make a difference!
• Competitive salary and leave arrangements.
• Flexible work arrangements including flexi-time, part-time and work from home.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• Health and well-being programs and initiatives.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.

Salary

$121,107 pa - $125,679 pa (ASO8 classification level) plus 12 % superannuation

Ready to apply?

Please click 'apply' and it will direct you to our online application process (If you are on Seek please click here to apply do not apply directly through Seek).

Submit your resume and a maximum two-page cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Tell us how your experience, skills and values align with this exciting opportunity.

Please see the role description for more information about the role and visit our website for more information about our Office.

Applications close: Friday 27 July 2025 5.00pm

Apply now to be part of something that matters.

Enquiries to

Julie Blanche

Chief Operating Officer

Ph: 08 8226 9640| Email: [email protected]

Our Office promotes diversity and flexible ways of working. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the diversity of our Office. We are committed to the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and women at the more senior levels.