Role Highlights
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Build strategic partnerships and service sustainability
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Convenient CBD location, with easy access to public transport, green space, government precincts, dining and retail hubs
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Flexible working arrangements available
Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.
About the Business
Our Communications and Engagement team provides services and advice across a range of areas, including internal and external promotions, media and risk management, sector and stakeholder engagement, events, social media, graphic and multimedia design, and website content.
Role Details
The Strategy and Communications Manager is a senior leadership role within Disability and Specialised Services and is accountable to the Executive Director, Disability and Specialised Services for:
• providing strategic leadership and authoritative communications and change management expertise to Disability and Specialised Services (DASS)
• leading the development and implementation of complex communications strategies supporting DASS policy initiatives, service reforms and stakeholder engagement activities
• delivering enterprise-level strategic communications, culture transformation and change leadership across DASS
• providing authoritative, trusted advice to Executives, and leads the design and delivery of complex, high-risk communications and engagement strategies that support major reforms, service transformation and whole-of-division priorities
• shaping DASS culture, driving strategic alignment and ensuring communications and engagement approaches enable successful delivery of major programs, policy initiatives and priorities.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
Duration: Ongoing Opportunity
Attachments:
Contact Us
Enquiries to Kirsty Delguste
08 7133 7489
Diversity And Inclusion
DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the
full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people,
culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
If you require assistance with this process,
please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to
our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or
neurodivergent people to thrive in.
Application Instructions
Resume and Cover Letter
You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages,
addressing how your skills, attributes and experience meet the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form.
For more information about applying, refer to our
Job Application Guide
Screening Checks
If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check,
which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the
South Australia Police
or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.
If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS,
including periodic assessment during your employment.