Director – Communications and Engagement, Clerk Grade 11

Temporary full-time for up to 12 months $139,787 pa – $161,663 pa (Clerk Grade 11 / 12), plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading NSW Parliament, Sydney CBD About the Legislative Council We are a dynamic, hard-working team supporting the work of the Legislative Council – the Upper House of the NSW Parliament. The Upper House is a 'House of Review', and acts as a check and balance on the Executive Government. The Department of the Legislative Council supports the activities of the House, including its sittings, committee inquiries, protocol and corporate responsibilities. It also undertakes communication and engagement activities to inform and educate the community, as well as key internal and external stakeholders. In 2024 the Legislative Council is celebrating its Bicentenary, marking 200 years of democracy, with the NSW Parliament being Australia’s oldest Parliament. The Legislative Council has a diverse and high profile program of activities and events planned to commemorate this milestone over the coming year, which will be promoted to audiences across New South Wales. The Department has three parts : the Procedure Office, the Corporate and Bicentenary (Black Rod) Office, and the Committee Office. Department staff strive to provide exceptional services to our key stakeholders, which range from the President of the Legislative Council to members of the public. Staff also work in collaboration with the Department of the Legislative Assembly and the Department of Parliamentary Services to ensure the effective running of the Parliament. The Legislative Council is committed to improvement and excellence. We offer thorough training, ongoing career development and support, and excellent working conditions, including working from home at times, subject to business needs. Applicants need to bring a passion for the democratic process and an interest in understanding how it works in NSW along with a desire to work in an environment where impartiality and integrity are key. About the position We are seeking highly motivated and suitably experienced Director – Communications and Engagement to join our Bicentenary and Corporate (Black Rod) Office. In this position you will be responsible for leading the communications, social media and public engagement content of the Legislative Council, its committees and the Parliament’s Fountain Court public exhibitions program. You will also be responsible for leading communications, liaising with the media and driving engagement to promote a diverse program of events, resources and activities across New South Wales throughout 2024 connected with the Legislative Council’s Bicentenary. This is a role requiring the drive, skillset and vision to connect a statewide audience with the activities of the Legislative Council and the broader Parliament during this significant milestone anniversary year. The Director will build and maintain effective relationships and provide authoritative advice to the Clerk, the President, partner agencies, members and their staff and members of the public. The Director will also provide leadership, guidance and feedback to staff and incentivise staff performance. You will be able to demonstrate relevant professional experience in communications, digital engagement or a similar field. Targeted questions Outline the skills, knowledge and experience you will bring to the role, particularly in planning and driving communications and engagement to large audiences. A key responsibility of this role is to lead a small team to deliver multiple projects within tight timeframes. How would you describe your leadership style, and how do you manage and motivate staff to deliver projects on time and to a requisite standard? Please provide examples. Your resume and response to the targeted questions above will be the initial assessment method used to determine your suitability for this position compared to other applicants. Applications that do not include a response to the targeted questions cannot be comparatively assessed and are unlikely to progress to the next stage of assessment. Working for the Legislative Council The Legislative Council offers its employees unique, challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning, development and work-life balance. We are an inclusive organisation that embraces diversity and flexible work practices, including part time arrangements, job sharing and hybrid working. The benefits of working with us include: Our commitment to flexible working arrangements Access to the Fitness Passport program and Employment Assistance Program Comprehensive induction, ongoing support and coaching and professional development and training. Talent pool A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A talent pool is a group of candidates who have undergone an assessment process and have been identified suitable for this role or similar roles. A talent pool is valid a period of 18 months. Contact details Job Reference: 0000AGZA Closing Date: Monday 4 March 2024 – PM #J-18808-Ljbffr