Senior Communications Officer - Commissioners Office

Senior Communications Officer
Commissioner's Office
Clerk Grade 9/10

Salary Range: $129,464 ~ $142,665 (+ superannuation and leave loading). 
See here for further details on the Crown Clerk pay rates.

The Mental Health Commission NSW is seeking interested applicants for the position of Senior Communications Officer, Commissioner's Office. This is an exciting opportunity to lead end-to-end communications, media relations and event management initiatives that raise the profile of the Commissioner and support advocacy for mental health and suicide prevention reform across NSW.

About the Mental Health Commission of NSW
The Mental Health Commission of New South Wales (the Commission) was established in July 2012 to lead, drive and measure mental health, wellbeing and suicide prevention reform across whole of government. Our progressive work shapes contemporary policies to achieve the best outcomes for the people of NSW.   

We work collaboratively with government agencies, peak bodies, community-managed organisations, academics, advocacy groups and service providers to achieve better outcomes for all people in NSW.

We are based in the Sydney CBD and have agreed flexible working arrangements. 

The Commission is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. People from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Visit us at: http://www.nswmentalhealthcommission.com.au

Primary Purpose of the Role 
Reporting to the Manager Commissioner’s Office and Strategic Relations, this role provides comprehensive communications support for the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioners. The role  provides end to end communications, event management and media relations support to the Commissioner including online communications channels including social media and publications. 

The position also triages the Commission inbox, designs, organises and manages Commissioner initiated community visits and stakeholder events to support the advocacy work of the Commission and raise the profile of the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioners. 
You will develop and implement integrated communication strategies, draft media statements and speeches, and build strong relationships with government, media and community stakeholders to amplify the Commission’s advocacy work.

About You
You are a proactive communications professional with strong experience in media relations, event management and stakeholder engagement. You excel at crafting clear, compelling messages and managing complex communications across diverse audiences.
Your ability to plan and deliver high-impact events, combined with strong digital and social media skills, makes you a key contributor to raising the profile of the Commissioner and driving reform conversations.

Essential Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in communications, journalism, digital media, marketing or similar/related field.
• Communications professional with extensive experience supporting organisational communication channels, and media. \
• Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal, with an ability to develop integrated communication strategies that align with organisation priorities while engaging positively with a range of diverse stakeholders
• Extensive experience in event management and stakeholder engagements, from concept to evaluation, ensuring alignment with objectives and impact across diverse audiences.
• Ability to travel with the Commissioner as required
  
  For a full list of the Key Accountabilities and Key Challenges, please see PD link here
  
  How to apply
  
  For applications to be considered, candidates must upload a current resume and a cover letter up to a maximum of 3-pages outlining your interest in the role and how you meet each of the essential requirements of the role. The cover letter is to also outline your capabilities and relevant experience to this role. 
  
  For more information on how to apply for a role in the NSW Public Sector please click here.
  
  Click here for the role LINK TO PD HERE 
  
  For role related queries or questions please contact Jennifer.Black2@health.nsw.gov.au
  
  Applications close: Sunday 18th January 2026 (11.59pm)  Internal & External, including SEEK