Public Affairs Officer 2 (APS 6)

Job Description

Who we are Australia’s natural and cultural heritage is unique. Our land and seascapes are distinctive, home to plants and animals found nowhere else in the world, and to some of the oldest living cultures on earth. These environments and cultures are an essential part of our national identity, and visitors travel from across the country and the world to experience them. The Director of National Parks (the Director) is responsible for six national parks, the Australian National Botanic Gardens, 60 Australian Marine Parks and the Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve established under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. Parks Australia is the federal park agency that supports the Director, and they are a division of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (the Department). We work to showcase these natural and cultural wonders to the world, demonstrating to all why these places are so special, and inspiring communities to become more invested in their care and future. The Communication, Marketing and Tourism Section is located in Canberra and works collaboratively across all divisions of Parks Australia and with Traditional Owners and other stakeholders. The section is responsible for the delivery of a range of activities including Media and Communications, Marketing, E-Commerce, Tourism Policy and Destination Planning. The Job Working in a fast-paced environment, the Public Affairs Officer is part of a dynamic team managing media and communications for Parks Australia. In this role, you will bring your excellent writing and communication skills, a passion for the environment, and an interest in Indigenous cultures, to create engaging content that connects audiences with the natural and cultural values of our parks and reserves, drives visitation to iconic tourism destinations, and engages stakeholders with our purpose. You will be highly organised and have input into strategic planning, while also being able to pivot and manage day-to-day communications activities. Some travel and out-of-hours work (media phone roster) may be required in this role. Duties will include: Developing, implementing and evaluating communication strategies for Parks Australia - including clients within our national parks, botanic gardens, Australian Marine Parks, and the Bush Blitz program. Building and maintaining productive relationships with stakeholders and advising clients within Parks Australia on activities including media opportunities, issues management, stakeholder engagement and effective ways to drive visitation to our tourism destinations. Preparing communications materials including media releases, media statements, talking points, social media and web content. Identifying and supporting Ministerial and general media opportunities and events. Preparing communications reports including daily media monitoring reports and media impact reports. Flexible employment arrangements are available with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. #J-18808-Ljbffr