Social Media Managers | Social Media Officers

Job Description

Learn how a merit list or pool may be used Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy, may be placed in a merit list or pool. If the applicant agrees, the results may be shared with other Australian Public Service (APS) agencies for filling similar roles. Applicants may be offered a future role, without the need to reapply. A merit list or pool may be used for up to 18 months. This merit list or pool may be used to fill other vacancies in Belconnen, Brisbane, Docklands. Social Media Managers | Social Media Officers The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is looking to fill the roles of Social Media Managers (EL1 and APS 6) and Social Media Officers (APS 5 and APS 4) in our Census Communication team, part of the Census Field Operations Branch, to support delivery of the 2026 Census Communication approach, including a government advertising campaign to reach, engage and motivate the public to participate in the next Census. The key duties of the position include: Social Media Managers and Social Media Officers will contribute to the ABS purpose by enhancing the way ABS interacts with the community and its stakeholders through the development of high quality and effective social media strategies, messages and content. They ensure ABS social media engagement is customer-focused and builds community trust. They ensure social media is timely and effective to support the public to participate in the Census. Managing and implementing delivery of the 2026 Census or ABS Social Media Strategies including stakeholder management on content development, clearance and moderation processes and performance metrics. Leading end-to-end planning, reporting and issues management processes, including strategic advice to senior executives, partners, vendors and other stakeholders. Identifying social media opportunities and managing risks to maintain and promote the value of the Census. Working with colleagues across the Census and ABS communication teams, and broader Census Program as well as ABS subject matter areas, to ensure consistent and responsive messaging across social media channels that is correct in terms of spelling, grammar, punctuation, style and tone. At APS 5 level – providing direction, training, mentoring and managing workloads for a small team. At APS 6 and EL 1 level – leading and managing staff and undertaking more complex tasks. Note : it's expected there may be a need for occasional work outside of core business hours and interstate travel during the operational phase of the 2026 Census. Appropriate allowances (e.g. overtime, travel, etc) will be paid. What we are looking for (selection criteria) We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated candidates that have most, or all, of the following skills, experience and attributes: Strong written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated experience working in a social media role for government or private sector, including providing strategic advice to senior executives. Demonstrated ability in developing social media strategies and content for the public. Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage complex social media matters and competing priorities under tight deadlines. Ability to build and sustain positive relationships with team members, and internal and external stakeholders. For APS 6 and EL1 Social Media Manager positions: Experience supervising staff and supporting staff development. Completion of a communication focused degree or diploma such as a strategic communication, digital media, public relations, journalism or marketing. Also highly desirable: Experience delivering government social media or digital media campaigns. You must be an Australian citizen at the time you apply. You may need to obtain (or hold) and maintain a Baseline security clearance. ABS employees who have access to market sensitive information are restricted in market trading activities. Some of these roles may be subject to trading restrictions. Notes Current salary ranges (plus 15.4% superannuation and allowances):• EL1: $113,288 - $130,959• APS 6: $92,210 - $104,135• APS 5: $82,085 - $92,201• APS 4: $72,973 - $82,080. All salaries to increase by 3.8% on 13 March 2025, plus 15.4% superannuation and allowances. RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: APSC RecruitAbility . Getting to know the Australian Bureau of Statistics The Australian Bureau of Statistics' (ABS) purpose is to inform Australia's important decisions by partnering and innovating to deliver relevant, trusted, objective data, statistics and insights. As the national statistical authority for Australia and provider of statistical services to the states and territories, we focus on three priorities: Providing high quality official statistics and insights. Transforming the ABS for the future. Delivering new statistical solutions to maximise the value of public data. We operate in a dynamic, continually transforming environment. New technology, statistical methods and opportunities for accessing and integrating data are becoming available, growing the potential to provide new insights into matters of importance to Australians, businesses, and community organisations. The ABS houses permanent offices in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, Darwin, Dandenong and Geelong. We also have a number of field staff working across all parts of Australia. We encourage and value a diverse workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with a disability are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit 'Careers' on our website at ABS Careers .#J-18808-Ljbffr