Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

The core responsibilities and primary duties for this position within Australian Centre for Disease Control include:

• Under broad direction from the Assistant Director, Culture and Internal Communications, the APS6 Senior Culture and Internal Communications Officer will:
• lead the planning, development and delivery of agency-wide internal communications strategies, campaigns and initiatives aligned with organisational priorities.
• provide strategic communications advice to managers, executives and business areas on internal communications, employee engagement and culture-related activities.
• develop, review and publish high-quality communication products including all-staff messages, intranet content, executive communications, briefing materials, newsletters, speeches and presentations.
• lead the management, governance and continuous improvement of internal communication channels, including the agency intranet and digital collaboration platforms.
• design and implement staff engagement, culture and recognition initiatives that enhance employee experience and strengthen organisational culture.
• lead communication and engagement activities supporting organisational change, transformation and workforce initiatives.
• analyse staff feedback, engagement data, communication metrics and other organisational insights to identify trends and recommend actions.
• manage agency-wide events, consultation activities, town halls, recognition programs and engagement forums.
• establish and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation, including senior executives.

Mandatory Eligibility & Security Clearance

Applicants must satisfy the following statutory and organizational requirements:

• Citizenship: Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, candidates must generally be Australian citizens to be eligible for engagement.
• Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) security clearance (Baseline, Negative Vetting 1, or Negative Vetting 2 as required by the agency).
• Probationary Period: Employment may be subject to a probationary period, character checks, and pre-engagement screening.
• Working with a high degree of independence, the role provides specialist advice on internal communications, employee engagement, organisational culture and change. The position is responsible for developing communication strategies, leading agency-wide campaigns and initiatives, managing key internal communication channels, and evaluating the effectiveness of activities to drive continuous improvement.
• RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability. This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. For clarification please contact the advertising agency.

Working Arrangements & Public Sector Benefits

Work Model: Hybrid. Details: Hybrid work arrangements can be negotiated.

Australian Public Service positions provide comprehensive Commonwealth benefits including a standard 15.4% employer superannuation contribution, attractive leave provisions, and structured career progression pathways across the Australian Public Service.