At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team to enhance strategic communications for education initiatives.
- Company: Join the Department for Education, committed to unlocking every child's potential.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, superannuation, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements available; diversity and inclusion are valued.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in education while developing your communication skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in communications is a plus, but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 144421 - 144421 $ per year.
Every child and young person deserves a great education. We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child's potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing. Together we will make our education system the best it can be. When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.
About The Role
The Manager, Strategic Communications leads a team of high performing communications professionals and is responsible for oversight and continuous improvement of the department's strategic and corporate communications and selected channels. The position oversees the provision of specialist critical communications support and solutions to all levels of departmental programs, initiatives, strategies, and issues based on a strong understanding of audience motivation and insights to ensure that messages and solutions are targeted and effective.
The position is responsible for developing, delivering, and managing a forward-looking communications planner that maps key communications activity for a large and complex department with large and varied target audiences. The Manager, Strategic Communications requires a high-level understanding of setting clear communications objectives and applying the principles of behaviour change. The role is responsible for building the capability of education communicators to develop, implement and evaluate effective communications strategies and solutions. This includes providing advice and developing communications resources to support the communications team and broader department to develop high-quality communications.
Possessing a highly collaborative working approach and a strong focus on relationships, the position is required to partner closely with stakeholders in varied positions and at all levels to deliver on the requirements of the role. Working within a fast-paced and politically sensitive environment, the position needs to be adaptable and able to work across multiple projects and priorities efficiently, effectively and with a strong focus on evaluation and improvement.
Qualifications
- Essential: Nil
- Desirable: A tertiary qualification in communications or equivalent experience
Special conditions
The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.
Remuneration
SM1 $144,421 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (12%)
Enquiries
Enquiries can be directed via email to: [email protected]
People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Note
This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 12-month term contract.
Applications close
11/11/2026 11:30 PM
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
SM1 - Manager, Strategic Communications in Adelaide employer: Department for Education, South Australia
Raukkan Aboriginal School offers a unique and fulfilling opportunity for educators to make a significant impact in a culturally rich community. With a strong emphasis on building meaningful relationships and supporting children's wellbeing, the school fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture. Employees benefit from professional growth opportunities, flexible arrangements, and the chance to immerse themselves in local culture, making it an excellent employer for those passionate about early childhood education.
Contact Details:
Department for Education, South Australia Recruitment Team
