Communications Manager (Level 7/8) – State Government of WA | 3-Month Contract
Location: Perth, WA
Contract: 3 months (with possible extension)
Classification: Level 7/8 – Public Sector
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We’re seeking a Communications Manager to lead a small team of three direct reports for a State Government agency on a 3-month contract. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will provide strategic direction across internal and external communications, media relations, stakeholder engagement, and reputation management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage corporate communications, media, public relations, social media, and website content.
• Develop and implement communication and engagement strategies to enhance the agency’s brand and reputation.
• Oversee reputation and issues management, ensuring timely and transparent communication.
• Manage sponsorship and grant programs aligned to organisational priorities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of three direct reports, promoting collaboration and high performance.
• Liaise with the Minister’s Office on significant media events and public announcements.

About You:

• Proven experience in strategic communications, media management, and stakeholder engagement, ideally within government.
• Strong leadership experience managing a small team.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills across multiple channels.
• Experience in reputation management and crisis communications.
• Knowledge of public sector communication protocols.
• Tertiary qualification in Communications, PR, Media, or related field desirable.

Benefits:

• Lead a communications function within the WA Public Sector.
• Collaborative, supportive, and purpose-driven environment.
• Central Perth location close to public transport.
• Competitive hourly rate aligned to Level 7/8 classification.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.