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Department of State Development
Job reference: 618443
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
About us:
The Department of State Development is working to shape South Australia’s future by driving economic growth.
Our role is to ensure that South Australia capitalises on the opportunities before us, to ensure that we are well-positioned to take advantage of the state’s significant economic opportunities.
Working at DSD will provide you with an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of some of the government’s major economic initiatives, and importantly, make a lasting positive difference and contribute to the prosperity of our state.
As a newly created agency, we are recruiting across several different roles to help drive our state forward, and we want you to join us on this journey.
We take pride in being an employer of choice and providing a work environment that is vibrant and rewarding for people of all levels.
Help us shape our state’s economic future and position South Australia on the national and global stage.
For more information about our agency, please visit:
Department of State Development | statedevelopment.sa.gov.au
About the role:
The Communications Officer is responsible for coordinating the Department’s communications priorities by developing customer-centric communications, campaigns and services for departmental channels and stakeholders, while supporting the strategic direction of the agency.
The Communications Officer works within a team that provides communications and marketing services for the department. The position develops and delivers strategic communications plans, creative briefs, content and materials for a range of external channels, working collaboratively with subject matter experts, and specialist channel leads.
Key Competencies:
To apply and succeed in the role, you will have:
Broad and expert knowledge of marketing and communications theory and methodology across all media, including alignment of public relations outcomes and marketing strategies.
Proven skills in the development and delivery of effective strategic communications plans, content and materials to change behaviour and/or support achievement of organisational objectives.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively both verbally and in writing with people at all levels including proven ability to consult, liaise and influence, and negotiate and manage conflict with tact and diplomacy.
Experience developing, interpreting and implementing marketing, communication and engagement plans that support the business objectives and priorities of the agency.
Ability to undertake specialist research and analysis, including collating, interpreting and
summarising complex data and information into succinct reports and correspondence under limited
direction and high work volumes.
Remuneration:
Competitive salary ($85,7+0 min - $+5,413 max pa) plus superannuation
Benefits:
Bringing your talent to the Department of State Development will see you rewarded with a wide variety of benefits such as:
A variety of leave arrangements
Work-life balance with a flexible hybrid work arrangement
Access to great customised training and career development opportunities
Qualifications:
Essential: Nil
Desirable: Tertiary qualifications in marketing, business, public relations / communications or similar
Special Conditions:
The role will be offered full-time (1.0 FTE), initial 24-month term contract.
Satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check (NPC) required prior to employment.
Enquiries:
For confidential enquiries / further information about the role, please contact Lachlan Cunningham, Manager, Strategic Communications and Engagement, via [email protected].
How to Apply:
All applications must be submitted through the I Work For SA website.
Applicants are required to submit the following:
Cover letter demonstrating the suitability for the role by addressing the key competencies (2 pages max)
Curriculum Vitae (4 pages max)
Prepare 3 referees (at least one should be current or recent line manager), to be provided on request.
Pre-employment Declaration Form – find the attachment on the job advert.
Applications close: 15/0+/2026 11:00 PM
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
Department of State Development
Job reference: 618443
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
About us:
The Department of State Development is working to shape South Australia’s future by driving economic growth.
Our role is to ensure that South Australia capitalises on the opportunities before us, to ensure that we are well-positioned to take advantage of the state’s significant economic opportunities.
Working at DSD will provide you with an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of some of the government’s major economic initiatives, and importantly, make a lasting positive difference and contribute to the prosperity of our state.
As a newly created agency, we are recruiting across several different roles to help drive our state forward, and we want you to join us on this journey.
We take pride in being an employer of choice and providing a work environment that is vibrant and rewarding for people of all levels.
Help us shape our state’s economic future and position South Australia on the national and global stage.
For more information about our agency, please visit:
Department of State Development | statedevelopment.sa.gov.au
About the role:
The Communications Officer is responsible for coordinating the Department’s communications priorities by developing customer-centric communications, campaigns and services for departmental channels and stakeholders, while supporting the strategic direction of the agency.
The Communications Officer works within a team that provides communications and marketing services for the department. The position develops and delivers strategic communications plans, creative briefs, content and materials for a range of external channels, working collaboratively with subject matter experts, and specialist channel leads.
Key Competencies:
To apply and succeed in the role, you will have:
Broad and expert knowledge of marketing and communications theory and methodology across all media, including alignment of public relations outcomes and marketing strategies.
Proven skills in the development and delivery of effective strategic communications plans, content and materials to change behaviour and/or support achievement of organisational objectives.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively both verbally and in writing with people at all levels including proven ability to consult, liaise and influence, and negotiate and manage conflict with tact and diplomacy.
Experience developing, interpreting and implementing marketing, communication and engagement plans that support the business objectives and priorities of the agency.
Ability to undertake specialist research and analysis, including collating, interpreting and
summarising complex data and information into succinct reports and correspondence under limited
direction and high work volumes.
Remuneration:
Competitive salary ($85,7+0 min - $+5,413 max pa) plus superannuation
Benefits:
Bringing your talent to the Department of State Development will see you rewarded with a wide variety of benefits such as:
A variety of leave arrangements
Work-life balance with a flexible hybrid work arrangement
Access to great customised training and career development opportunities
Qualifications:
Essential: Nil
Desirable: Tertiary qualifications in marketing, business, public relations / communications or similar
Special Conditions:
The role will be offered full-time (1.0 FTE), initial 24-month term contract.
Satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check (NPC) required prior to employment.
Enquiries:
For confidential enquiries / further information about the role, please contact Lachlan Cunningham, Manager, Strategic Communications and Engagement, via [email protected].
How to Apply:
All applications must be submitted through the I Work For SA website.
Applicants are required to submit the following:
Cover letter demonstrating the suitability for the role by addressing the key competencies (2 pages max)
Curriculum Vitae (4 pages max)
Prepare 3 referees (at least one should be current or recent line manager), to be provided on request.
Pre-employment Declaration Form – find the attachment on the job advert.
Applications close: 15/0+/2026 11:00 PM
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The ASO5 COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Adelaide offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
