Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to the protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Internal expression of interest
- Temporary up to 30 September 2026 full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
- Parramatta office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $109,102 pa to $120,542 pa + super
Our Corporate Affairs team is seeking to temporarily appoint a Communications Officer to contribute to strategic communications and engagement across key initiatives. This is a fast-paced role, to support consistent, high-quality messaging across government, stakeholders and the community.
You’ll lead and support communications, engagement, promotions, events and media activity developing clear, compelling content and delivering impactful communication strategies. From internal channels to high-level reports, consultations and public-facing materials, you’ll ensure messaging is consistent, accessible and influential.
Working closely with senior leaders and media team, you’ll coordinate communications from concept to delivery, contribute to media responses and key announcements, and build strong relationships across a diverse stakeholder landscape.
If you’re a confident, strategic communicator who thrives in a dynamic environment and can translate complexity into clarity, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
About You
You bring proven experience supporting communication strategies and coordinating a range of channels to deliver clear, consistent messaging. Ideally, you have worked within complex or policy-driven environments such as science, environment, planning or conservation and understand how to communicate nuanced information effectively.
You’re a confident writer and editor with a sharp eye for detail, producing high-quality content that resonates with diverse audiences. You’re adept at gathering insights and materials from multiple stakeholders, often under tight timeframes, and turning complex ideas into engaging, accessible communications.
You thrive in fast-paced environments, demonstrating strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities with ease. Proactive and solutions-focused, you use sound judgement, work with a degree of autonomy and know when to escalate sensitive or high-risk matters.
Essential Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or experience in contributing to/developing and implementing communication strategies and content
For more information read the full Role Description: 
Communications Officer
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.
Applications close 7 May 2026 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Claire Bambrook via claire.bambrook@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 0409 666 666.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Alexandra Blair on 02 8275 1761 (please mention reference number 549163).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn.
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