Public Affairs Advisor - ISLHD

🔍 Warrawong, District Executive Office, Warrawong | Illawarra

📁: Public Relations and Corporate Affairs

💼: Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District

📅   : REQ629696 Requisition #

Whether you're passionate about patient care, administration, technology or research, there's a role for you at NSW Health.

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

Provide high-level support, strategic advice and operational leadership to the media and communications function of the lllawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD).

The Public Affairs Advisor will oversee the development and delivery of key strategic and reactive communications.

This will include management of the coordination and preparation of District-wide communications materials on a range of platforms, including digital channels, which support key objectives and initiatives of the LHD and NSW Health.

The Public Affairs Advisor will lead the development and implementation of key strategies that align with the priorities of the LHD and key health objectives of the NSW Government. This role will support the Head of Media, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs in the operational running of the media component of the Unit including the identification and management of contentious issues, pro-active and reactive media management, identified stakeholder liaison and digital content development. The role will work in close consultation with the Manager Media and Communications to ensure both strategic and operational priority alignment.

The Public Affairs Advisor will also be required to take a high-level advisory role to the leadership team to support decision-making in the management of media and contentious issues.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A little about us.

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)

- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay

- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category B role

- Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in communications, media, journalism, public affairs or related field and/or strong demonstrated experience in related role

This is a temporarily funded position until 28 March 2027 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

- Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.

- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.

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- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Anita Baltovska at anita.baltovska@health.nsw.gov.au