67445

Closes: 14 October 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 5
Salary: $95,722 - $100,956 plus superannuation
Position No: 67445
Directorate: City and Environment
Advertised (Gazettal date): 30 September 2026
Contact Officer: Jessica Oliver on Jessica.Oliver@act.gov.au or (02) 6205 2164

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Details: Are you looking for a communications role in a great team, where no two days are the same and your work makes a visible difference to the Canberra community?

The City and Environment Directorate (CED) is seeking a talented and motivated Communications and Engagement Officer to join our team.

CED brings together the people, services and systems that shape Canberra’s natural and built environments. Our work spans planning, transport, environment, city services, regulation and customer services, with a focus on delivering connected, accessible, and trusted services for the Canberra community.

In this role you will help ensure Canberrans are well informed about government programs, policies and services and have meaningful opportunities to participate in decision-making.

You will work across a diverse range of projects to develop and deliver clear, timely and audience-focused communications and engagement activities. This includes preparing high-quality content for a range of channels, contributing to integrated communication strategies and campaigns, working with stakeholders and providing responsive communications support on emerging issues.

We are looking for someone who:

• brings an audience-first approach to communications and engagement
• can turn complex information into clear, accessible and engaging content
• builds positive relationships and provides high-quality client service
• can manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• is collaborative, adaptable and comfortable working across a broad range of subject areas
• understands contemporary communications practices, including digital channels and emerging trends.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and have opportunities to develop your skills across communications, campaigns, and community engagement.

Eligibility/Other requirements:

• Relevant tertiary education qualifications and/or previous experience working professionally in communication, marketing, media/public relations or a related field is preferred.

Notes: Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to apply: To apply, please submit

• A response of no more than two pages addressing the Selection Criteria outlined under Professional / Technical Skills and Knowledge and Behavioural Capabilities in the Position Description.
• A current curriculum vitae, contact details of two referees.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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