COMMUNICATIONS ADVISER – INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

• Fixed term contract up to 30 June 2029
• Competitive salary and flexible work options
• Purpose driven work in a great team environment
• Canberra preferred, other locations within Australia considered

As part of the communications and public diplomacy team, the Communications Adviser will provide high level, specialist and on-brand communications advice and support to DFAT and the scholarships program delivery network. As a communications specialist, you will draw on your expertise in providing high quality strategic and fit for purpose communications support services

You will:

• Support development of the Global Communications and Public Diplomacy Strategy.
• Develop, implement, monitor and report on global communications activities as outlined in work plan and identify opportunities for collaboration, efficiency and to deliver innovative approaches to delivering outcomes and strategic priorities.
• Lead scholarship program brand management including enhancement and expansion of branding and style guidelines; and governance and quality control services to support understanding of guidelines.
• Provide advice and support to the PSU and delivery network on global communications including digital communications strategies, content creation, publishing and analytics reporting for the website, social media and other communication activities (e.g. podcasts).
• Lead on demand and specialised communications services to country programs to develop communications strategies, such as approaches to strategic alumni engagement.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and localised best practice on communications across country programs, develop resources and facilitate peer-to-peer learning activities, to promote learning, sharing and reflection on practice among members.