Job Description
Location
Brisbane QLD
Full job description
About the Department of Education:
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.
Why this Role?
As the Public Service Manager - Engagement and Communications, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of the HCMS Implementation Program. You will lead the development and execution of strategic communication and engagement initiatives to ensure stakeholders are informed, engaged, and aligned with the program's objectives.
This role requires a proactive and collaborative leader with exceptional communication skills, a deep understanding of stakeholder engagement, and the ability to navigate complex organisational environments.
Develop and implement a comprehensive engagement and communications strategy to support the HCMS Implementation Program.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring their needs and concerns are addressed effectively.
Lead the creation of high-quality communication materials, including briefings, newsletters, presentations, and digital content.
Facilitate workshops, forums, and other engagement activities to foster collaboration and understanding among stakeholders.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication and engagement initiatives, providing regular reports and recommendations for improvement.
Work closely with program leadership to align communication efforts with program milestones and deliverables.
Manage a team of communication professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to achieve program goals.
The Perfect Fit
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Proven experience in managing communication and engagement strategies within large-scale programs or projects, preferably in the public sector.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences.
Strong stakeholder management skills, with a track record of building trust and fostering collaboration.
Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team to deliver high-quality outcomes.
A strategic mindset, with the ability to think critically and solve complex problems.
Familiarity with HCMS or similar systems implementation programs is highly desirable.
Relevant tertiary qualifications in communications, public relations, or a related field.
What we Offer
The opportunity to work on a transformative program that will make a real difference for Queenslanders.
A supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and innovation.
Professional development opportunities to help you grow your career.
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
Interested? To Apply:
Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
Brisbane QLD
Full job description
About the Department of Education:
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.
Why this Role?
As the Public Service Manager - Engagement and Communications, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of the HCMS Implementation Program. You will lead the development and execution of strategic communication and engagement initiatives to ensure stakeholders are informed, engaged, and aligned with the program's objectives.
This role requires a proactive and collaborative leader with exceptional communication skills, a deep understanding of stakeholder engagement, and the ability to navigate complex organisational environments.
Develop and implement a comprehensive engagement and communications strategy to support the HCMS Implementation Program.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring their needs and concerns are addressed effectively.
Lead the creation of high-quality communication materials, including briefings, newsletters, presentations, and digital content.
Facilitate workshops, forums, and other engagement activities to foster collaboration and understanding among stakeholders.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication and engagement initiatives, providing regular reports and recommendations for improvement.
Work closely with program leadership to align communication efforts with program milestones and deliverables.
Manage a team of communication professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to achieve program goals.
The Perfect Fit
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Proven experience in managing communication and engagement strategies within large-scale programs or projects, preferably in the public sector.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences.
Strong stakeholder management skills, with a track record of building trust and fostering collaboration.
Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team to deliver high-quality outcomes.
A strategic mindset, with the ability to think critically and solve complex problems.
Familiarity with HCMS or similar systems implementation programs is highly desirable.
Relevant tertiary qualifications in communications, public relations, or a related field.
What we Offer
The opportunity to work on a transformative program that will make a real difference for Queenslanders.
A supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and innovation.
Professional development opportunities to help you grow your career.
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
Interested? To Apply:
Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
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