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Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Public Affairs Officer 3 (EL 1 - PAO 3) - $129,106 -$162,807 per annum plus superannuation
Strategy, Performance and Engagement Division
Canberra- ACT
We are looking for an experienced EL1 to join the leadership cohort of the Media team.
The role requires strong media and communication skills, strategic insight, and the ability to manage high-pressure, sensitive situations.
Why YOU are important to us and what impact will you have on the Strategy, Performance and Engagement Division and the departments’ goal.
The Strategy, Performance and Engagement Division delivers strategic departmental services such as stakeholder engagement, governance, planning, reporting, risk management, media and communication, and crisis/emergency management. We provide support to the Minister, executive and business areas through advice on portfolio strategy, including developing, embedding and driving the department’s strategic purpose, objectives, priorities, vision and values. The Chief Strategy Officer leads the division, working across the department to embed and assure strategic capability, helping staff deliver our strategic priorities and to prepare for the future.
The Communication and Media Branch delivers integrated communication services to the department and our ministers’ offices. We partner to achieve business objectives and outcomes through evidence-based, integrated communication and media services for industry, community and business. This includes managing the department’s social media strategy and social media presence, media support services across the department and for our ministers’ offices, production services including graphic design and branding, Web publishing for external-facing departmental websites, and the development of campaign and non-campaign materials.
As a Public Affairs Officer Grand 3 (EL1 equivalent) you will join the leadership cohort of the Media team delivering high quality media and communication work to support the department.
This is where you play an important role.
As the Public Affairs Officer (PAO3), you will:
Provide strategic media advice to support the department’s policies, programs and objectives.
Develop and implement proactive media strategies that align with the objectives of the department, in addition to managing communication and media accounts for clients across the department.
Respond to media inquiries and develop networks with key journalists and media outlets.
Write and edit departmental and ministerial media releases and speeches.
Write and edit communication material for a range of audiences and mediums to the highest professional standard.
Provide leadership within the team, supervising and coaching other team members to develop their knowledge and experience.
Build and sustain productive relationships with team members, colleagues and program areas to support the delivery of departmental priorities.
Please note that the merit pool established through this selection process, which is valid for a period of eighteen months from the date the vacancy was advertised in the Public Service Gazette, may also be used to fill future ongoing vacancies in the branch where the duties are of a similar nature.
Our ideal candidate will have:
Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality contemporary media strategies and activities, identifying reputational risks and ensuring timely mitigation to protect brand and reputation
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and motivate a small team with a diverse skillset to deliver high quality results.
Demonstrated experience in building and sustaining productive relationships with the ability to negotiate confidently with a range of stakeholders, including ministers’ officers and senior executives.
Demonstrated ability to drive performance to achieve outcomes in a fast paced and challenging environment
Experience driving evidence-lead communication - monitor emerging communication and media issues, trends, and sentiment relevant to government and departmental priorities, and using this data to inform approach.
Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise and complete a range of projects and activities within set timeframes.
Experience negotiating with influence in order to achieve the best communication outcomes.
Please note:
This role may require work to be performed out-of-business hours and in response to a 24/7 media cycle and crisis communication.
VetPaths
The Australian Public Service (APS) values the unique skills, perspectives, and experiences that veterans gain during their Australian Defence Force (ADF) employment and encourage veterans to apply. Support may be available to veterans transitioning to meaningful APS careers through participation in VetPaths, which offers veterans an opportunity to participate in a six-month program offering formal learning and development, career mentoring and activities for wellness and peer support.
Start of main content
Job title, keywords or company
Acton ACT
50 km
jobs in Acton ACT
100+ jobs - since yesterday
2026 - APS Level 6 - Work Health & Safety Officer
Australian Government
Canberra ACT
Administration Officer [Marketing Support]
Belgravia Health & Leisure Group Pty Ltd
Uriarra ACT 2611
Case Manager – ACT Solaris Program – Full-time (Contract)
Karralika Programs
Canberra ACT
Salary packaging
On-site parking
Manager, Fraud Control & Assurance
Australian Government
Canberra ACT
Aeronautical Information Services Data/Airspace Development Protection Specialist
Airservices Australia
Canberra ACT
Salary packaging
Systems Support Officer
Australian National University
Canberra ACT 2601
Plastics Outpatient Team Leader | Full-time Permanent
Canberra Health Services
Canberra ACT
Salary packaging
Casual Sales Assistant | BRAS N THINGS | Canberra Centre
Bras N Things
Canberra ACT
Referral program
Insurance services
Employee assistance program
Operations Manager Events and Ceremonies
Australian War Memorial
Campbell ACT
Unified Communications Educational Coordinator | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency
Digital Canberra
Canberra ACT
Seasonal Casual Retail Team Member
Macpac
Majura ACT 2609
Teach Kids Coding and Minecraft After School
Cluey Learning
Macgregor ACT 2615
Paid training
View similar jobs with this employer
Casual Dental Assistant
Deakin Dental Care
Canberra ACT 2600
Free parking
Project Scheduler - EL 1
Australian Taxation Office
Canberra ACT
Service Manager - ACT
VAE Group
Fyshwick ACT 2609
Employee discount
Insurance services
Employee assistance program
On-site parking
View similar jobs with this employer
Carer
RSL LifeCare
Page ACT
Employee discount
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Workplace Coordinator
JLL
Canberra ACT
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Public Affairs Officer (PAO3)
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Canberra ACT
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Dickson ACT
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QIC Limited
Canberra ACT
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Airservices Australia
Canberra ACT
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Australia Red Cross
Canberra ACT
Annual leave
Employee assistance program
Salary packaging
Barista (F&B Attendant)
LDK Healthcare
Weston Creek ACT
Reddy Express Dickson - Customer Service Representative
OTR Group
Dickson ACT 2602
Casual Sales Assistant | SHERIDAN Outlet | Canberra
Sheridan
Fyshwick ACT
Referral program
Insurance services
Employee assistance program
People also searched:
Employers: Post a Job
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Public Affairs Officer 3 (EL 1 - PAO 3) - $129,106 -$162,807 per annum plus superannuation
Strategy, Performance and Engagement Division
Canberra- ACT
We are looking for an experienced EL1 to join the leadership cohort of the Media team.
The role requires strong media and communication skills, strategic insight, and the ability to manage high-pressure, sensitive situations.
Why YOU are important to us and what impact will you have on the Strategy, Performance and Engagement Division and the departments’ goal.
The Strategy, Performance and Engagement Division delivers strategic departmental services such as stakeholder engagement, governance, planning, reporting, risk management, media and communication, and crisis/emergency management. We provide support to the Minister, executive and business areas through advice on portfolio strategy, including developing, embedding and driving the department’s strategic purpose, objectives, priorities, vision and values. The Chief Strategy Officer leads the division, working across the department to embed and assure strategic capability, helping staff deliver our strategic priorities and to prepare for the future.
The Communication and Media Branch delivers integrated communication services to the department and our ministers’ offices. We partner to achieve business objectives and outcomes through evidence-based, integrated communication and media services for industry, community and business. This includes managing the department’s social media strategy and social media presence, media support services across the department and for our ministers’ offices, production services including graphic design and branding, Web publishing for external-facing departmental websites, and the development of campaign and non-campaign materials.
As a Public Affairs Officer Grand 3 (EL1 equivalent) you will join the leadership cohort of the Media team delivering high quality media and communication work to support the department.
This is where you play an important role.
As the Public Affairs Officer (PAO3), you will:
Provide strategic media advice to support the department’s policies, programs and objectives.
Develop and implement proactive media strategies that align with the objectives of the department, in addition to managing communication and media accounts for clients across the department.
Respond to media inquiries and develop networks with key journalists and media outlets.
Write and edit departmental and ministerial media releases and speeches.
Write and edit communication material for a range of audiences and mediums to the highest professional standard.
Provide leadership within the team, supervising and coaching other team members to develop their knowledge and experience.
Build and sustain productive relationships with team members, colleagues and program areas to support the delivery of departmental priorities.
Please note that the merit pool established through this selection process, which is valid for a period of eighteen months from the date the vacancy was advertised in the Public Service Gazette, may also be used to fill future ongoing vacancies in the branch where the duties are of a similar nature.
Our ideal candidate will have:
Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality contemporary media strategies and activities, identifying reputational risks and ensuring timely mitigation to protect brand and reputation
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and motivate a small team with a diverse skillset to deliver high quality results.
Demonstrated experience in building and sustaining productive relationships with the ability to negotiate confidently with a range of stakeholders, including ministers’ officers and senior executives.
Demonstrated ability to drive performance to achieve outcomes in a fast paced and challenging environment
Experience driving evidence-lead communication - monitor emerging communication and media issues, trends, and sentiment relevant to government and departmental priorities, and using this data to inform approach.
Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise and complete a range of projects and activities within set timeframes.
Experience negotiating with influence in order to achieve the best communication outcomes.
Please note:
This role may require work to be performed out-of-business hours and in response to a 24/7 media cycle and crisis communication.
VetPaths
The Australian Public Service (APS) values the unique skills, perspectives, and experiences that veterans gain during their Australian Defence Force (ADF) employment and encourage veterans to apply. Support may be available to veterans transitioning to meaningful APS careers through participation in VetPaths, which offers veterans an opportunity to participate in a six-month program offering formal learning and development, career mentoring and activities for wellness and peer support.
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Public Affairs Officer (PAO3) position is now open for candidates interested in the BPO Jobs sector. This role in Acton 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 BPO Jobs is a plus.