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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage

• Communications and Engagement Officer, Clerk Grade 7/8
• Diverse and fulfilling role that delivers high-quality and informative science communication products
• Salary relative to experience ($106,025 - $117,363), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Temporary, full-time role until 31 October 2025
• Located in Paramatta.

About the Role

We are looking for a Communications and Engagement Officer who wants to work as part of a close-knit high performing team, developing and delivering high-quality and informative science communication products in conjunction with ecological staff as part of the Ecological Health Performance Scorecards program. The role will create and update digital communication services, for both internal and external networks, including websites and social media. The role also encourages and facilitates community engagement for geographically diverse project teams with diverse engagement and communications needs.

About You

You are a confident and highly skilled communicator with experience developing and implementing communication programs and strategies. The role is required to work collaboratively with a range of teams within NPWS and you will be adaptable and flexible in managing competing priorities in a demanding and complex work environment.

You will have excellent communication, writing, and collaboration skills coupled with the ability to identify and mitigate risks to successfully deliver projects whilst achieving project deadlines.

Essential requirements: 

• Appropriate tertiary qualification and/or equivalent relevant working experience in a related industry.
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence.

For more information read the full Role Description and Statement of Works.

Who we are

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is one of the world’s oldest and most respected national parks agencies. We manage more than 890 national parks and reserves, covering over 7.6 million hectares or 9.5% of the landmass of NSW ranging from rainforests and towering eucalypt forests to rich woodlands, spectacular deserts and precious alpine systems.

We deliver effective conservation for our biodiversity and cultural heritage and provide world class visitor experiences for the whole community to enjoy. We carry out fire management, threatened species conservation, land and infrastructure management, sustainable tourism and visitation, and research and education programs.

We work together with Aboriginal communities to manage and protect our parks on behalf of the people of NSW. Existing Aboriginal joint management arrangements cover around 30% of the national park estate.

NPWS is part of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW), which 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.

What we can offer you

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.

• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

Visit a park

How to apply

Apply by answering all pre-screening questions, submit a current resume and cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

Applications close: Thursday 21^st of November 2024 at 11:55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact the Hiring Manager, Danielle Stokeld, Manager, Ecological Health, NPWS, on 0484 936 294 or via danielle.stokeld@environment.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.nsws.gov.au or contacting Varvara Kuraeva on 0436 126 838 (please mention reference number 537970).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

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