Senior Communications Advisor - NSW Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Join the team delivering Australia’s most ambitious energy transformation program.

Employment Type: Temporary full-time role up to 31 December 2026 with the possibility of extension or conversion to ongoing.
Work Location: Parramatta office location; other locations by separate negotiation
Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 9/10.
Hours Per Week: 35 hours, with flexible working options available
Remuneration: $125,693 - $138,510 per annum, plus superannuation
Additional Benefits: Salary packaging and Fitness Passport available.
Applications Close: Sunday 30^th March at 11:55 PM 

About the Opportunity

The NSW Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap is the NSW Government’s plan to transform our energy system into one that is affordable, clean and reliable. The Roadmap coordinates investment into new renewable electricity generation, transmission, storage, and firming infrastructure to replace our ageing coal-fired power stations as they retire.

As the Senior Communications Advisor, you will play an integral part in this nation-leading reform. You will help unpack this fascinating, complex, and technical initiative into stories and campaigns that connect consumers to the benefits and opportunities of the Roadmap.

About Your New Role

As the Senior Communications Advisor, you will:

• Develop and deliver audience-centric, integrated communications strategies and activities.
• Create and deliver key messages and content production for Roadmap-wide communications.
• Coordinate communications activities with teams from key Roadmap delivery partners.
• Identify and lead research and external advice to support strategic communications priorities and objectives.
• Lead and shape continuous improvement for communications activities, including monitoring analytics, reporting, and applying insights to improve effectiveness.

About You

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy creating specialist audience-centric marketing and communication strategies.
• Have a track record of producing multi-channel content and campaigns that inform and educate.
• Are skilled at communicating complex concepts in consumer-friendly language.
• Bring strong project management skills, including the ability to deliver agreed outcomes on time, on budget, and to quality standards.
• Are energized by seeking out and fostering collaborative internal and external stakeholder relationships to achieve successful outcomes.
• Enjoy a fast-paced, supportive work environment.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in marketing, communications, or other relevant disciplines, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Prior experience working in energy, the environment or climate change, communications is desirable.

For more information, read the full Role Description: Senior Roadmap Communications Advisor

About the Team

The Roadmap Communications team operates within the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. We develop and oversee the implementation of strategic communications and engagement with our key Roadmap delivery partners, including AEMO Services and the Energy Corporation of NSW (EnergyCo). We work across government agencies to coordinate consistent communications about the NSW energy transition.

You’ll be part of  supportive and high performing team and benefit from working alongside some of the most skilled and passionate professionals in the renewable energy sector.

About the Department

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment, and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy. DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment, manages the NSW national park estate, and ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If this role looks like the right fit for you, we invite you to apply!

Send through your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role

Applications close Sunday 30^th March at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Marion Joyce (Roadmap Communications Manager) via marion.joyce@dpie.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• How we encourage and support people with disability
• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

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 Cassie Dryburgh on 0439 207 553 (please mention reference number 541709).

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