Communications Officer - Digital

Remuneration: $87,813.00 - $116,824.00 Per Annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Negotiable
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time - ending 1st February 2027
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ636286
Applications Close: Sunday, 15th February 2026
 

Where you’ll be working:

You’ll be joining a dynamic 14 person team that manages media relations, social media, employee engagement, government relations and complaints across a district spanning 25 local government areas. 

Together, we serve nearly one million community members and support more than 20,000 staff.

We’re an energetic, collaborative and creative team that values fresh ideas and encourages professional growth. 

You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of communication projects, guided by experienced professionals who are passionate about storytelling and making an impact.
 

About the role:

We’re seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Communications Officer, Digital to join our Strategic Relations and Communications team.

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their communications career who is keen to build practical experience in a supportive and fast paced environment. 

The role focuses on managing digital channels and supporting the transition to the whole of government website, while contributing to internal newsletters, media monitoring, social media and content creation.

Working closely with senior staff and subject matter experts, you’ll help deliver clear, engaging messages that support staff, patients and communities across one of NSW’s largest and most diverse health districts.
 

About you:

If you’re a curious and creative communicator ready to learn and grow, we’d love to hear from you.

You will bring:

• Confidence working in digital environments
• Experience with content management systems and social media platforms
• Interest in storytelling through words, images or video
• Enthusiasm, positivity and strong interpersonal skills
• A collaborative and reliable approach, open to feedback
• Professionalism when handling confidential or sensitive information
• Strong attention to detail, initiative and the ability to follow direction

This role suits a recent graduate or early career communications professional looking to gain hands on experience and contribute to meaningful work.
 

Support and development:

You’ll receive guidance and mentoring from the Manager, Strategic Relations and Communications, along with ongoing support from senior team members to build your skills and confidence. 

The team fosters learning, collaboration and professional growth through hands on experience and development opportunities.
  

Additional Information: 

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.  
• This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information? 

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For role related queries or questions contact Alexandra Smith on alexandra.smith4@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants: 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases  for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.  
 
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