Senior Communications Officer
Core
Lead complex, sensitive, or high-risk communication strategies and provide strategic advice to senior stakeholders to protect the ATO's reputation and support informed decision-making.
Role type
Senior IC strategic communications officer
Builds
Communication strategies, messaging, and products for the Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
Domain
Public sector / Government communications
Required skills
Strategic communication planning, stakeholder relationship management, risk assessment, crisis communication, content strategy, performance evaluation, mentoring
Preferred skills
Experience in media, public relations, digital communication, events, or multimedia production
Technologies
Digital publishing platforms, social media tools, multimedia production software
Responsibilities
Establish communication strategies with objectives and priorities; coordinate activity across multiple teams; manage complex stakeholder relationships; provide quality assurance for junior colleagues; monitor and evaluate communication outcomes; coach and mentor staff.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic advisory responsibilities
