The ACT Executive is recruiting for multiple roles in the Government Communication Unit, seeking both communication advisers and digital media advisers.

The ACT Government Communication Unit provides a holistic communication and engagement service to ACT Government Ministers. The team supports the communication of ACT Government announcements across multiple channels, working closely with ACT Government Directorates on how to best engage with the Canberra community.

Reporting to the Chief of Staff of the Government Communications Unit, communication advisers provide strategic communication and engagement advice to Ministers. These advisers help coordinate resources to support the long-term priorities of Government, identifying and disseminating key messages across multiple platforms. These advisers also prepare materials that support public announcements by Government and are involved in issues management.

Digital media advisers assist the Government’s communication across multiple digital platforms. Working in a small team, the role will coordinate content across social media and web-based platforms. Experience in managing social media profiles and websites is essential for this position, as well as the capability to create content. Digital advisers also require experience in writing for online platforms including social media.

Each of the roles work closely with officials from the ACT public service on the development of communication and engagement strategies that support Government priorities.

We are seeking people who are passionate about Canberra and want to be involved in issues that impact our city.

Eligibility/Other Requirements: Applicants will require;

• An ability to perform in a high-pressure environment with competing deadlines and priorities.
• High level oral and written communication skills.
• An understanding of the use of digital media platforms, including content creation and writing for online platforms.
• A tertiary qualification in communication, arts, journalism or digital content creation, or previous experience in a similar position.

An understanding of the roles and functions of the ACT Government is preferred, but not essential.

Remuneration: As per the enterprise agreement ACT-Legislative-Assembly-Members-Staff-Enterprise-Agreement-2023-2026.pdf the salary is $114,448 to $128,409. The position attracts 7% LAMS allowance with a total remuneration of $122,459 to $137,397 plus superannuation.

This is not an ACT public service position.

The roles are for the term of the government. Position duties will be scoped depending on the level of the successful candidate.

How to Apply: Applications should include a cover letter which addresses the relevant position description, as well as a curriculum vitae and contact details of two referees. Please identify which role you are wishing to apply for.

Applications should be sent to [email protected] by COB 17 October 2025. For further information on this opportunity, please contact the Office of the Chief Minister on (02) 6205 0011.

Please note, prior to commencement successful candidates may be required to undergo a pre-employment Police check.