Senior Manager Strategic Communications and Engagement
Core
Lead strategic and crisis communications for a major government transport organization, managing high-profile incidents and enterprise-wide engagement.
Role type
Senior Manager, Strategic Communications and Engagement
Builds
Enterprise-wide communications programs, crisis response frameworks, and strategic initiatives like the Connecting NSW Strategy.
Domain
Public Sector / Government / Transport
Required skills
Strategic communications planning, crisis management, team leadership, stakeholder engagement, reputation management, program delivery, cross-divisional alignment, executive advisory
Preferred skills
Experience in complex high-profile environments, navigating reputational and public interest impacts, building high-performing teams
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Lead central strategic and crisis communications function during emergencies; drive enterprise-wide communications planning and alignment; oversee delivery of major strategic initiatives; lead and develop high-performing communication teams; build trusted relationships with senior executives and government stakeholders.
Seniority
Senior Manager, hands-on leadership with strategic oversight