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Director, Media Communications

Job Details

 

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 141985

 

Location

NSW 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing/Non Ongoing (Permanent/Temporary), Full-time 

 

Classification

Executive Level 2 - $140,893.00 and $183,347.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Nicholas Aronson on 0408 823 746 or nicholas.aronson@aseca.gov.au  

 

Office Arrangements

Hybrid - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 23/08/2026 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate non-ongoing position.
 
This non-ongoing employment opportunity is offered until August 2027, with the possibility of extension, any extension or subsequent engagement will be subject to the conditions and limitations that apply to non-ongoing employment arrangements.

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in NSW; ACT; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.

About our team

 

Office of the Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism

 

Australia's Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism advises the Prime Minister and the Minister for Home Affairs, and works with the community, education, cultural and online sectors. The office is small and highly visible, and its work is the subject of sustained public and media scrutiny.

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force.

Duties and responsibilities

 

The Director leads the media and communications function of the office, including public affairs and community engagement. The position is principally a writing role and requires the drafting of material at short notice on sensitive subject matter.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

  • Draft media releases, statements, opinion pieces, talking points and question briefs for the Special Envoy and the office.
  • Write speeches and remarks on behalf of the Envoy for community, education, sector, parliamentary and diplomatic audiences.
  • Lead identified public or community relations projects, as a representative of the Envoy as required.
  • Develop and maintain the office's media strategy, including the timing, channel and audience for public statements and the circumstances in which the office will not respond.
  • Act as the first point of contact for media enquiries, place proactive coverage, and prepare the Envoy for interviews.

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through Home Affairs' recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing data on 23/08/2026 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae plus: a statement of no more than 800 words addressing suitability for the role (with specific reference to media relationships and understanding of the subject matter), two writing samples personally drafted by the applicant (one media release or statement, and one speech or long-form piece), and the contact details of two referees. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a timed written exercise.

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number - 141985 in the document footer.

 

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level Standards relevant to the classifications you are applying to. It may also be useful to the Integrated Leadership System information relevant to the classification.

 

Eligibility

 

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

 

​The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

  • ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
  • Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.

 
In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

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Diversity and inclusion

 

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

 

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: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Technical assistance

 

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

 

 

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

 

Notes

 

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position, to read more click here. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

 

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

 

AI tools may be used to support parts of this recruitment process. The selection panel will disclose where and how AI is used.

 

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers.

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