Current Vacancies
Assistant Director Communication and Media
- Canberra, ACT, Australia, 2601
- Full time
- Closing on: Nov 25 2026
National Archives of Australia is seeking an Assistant Director Communication and Media to lead a small, high performing team, the role requires the ability to move seamlessly between strategic thinking, team leadership and hands-on delivery to achieve organisational priorities and outcomes
The Assistant Director, Communications and Media leads the development and delivery of integrated communications, media and stakeholder engagement strategies that strengthen the profile and impact of National Archives.
This role is responsible for driving proactive and responsive communications initiatives, media relations, issues management and executive communications that support the National Archives’ strategic objectives. The position provides leadership to a small team and works closely with executive stakeholders to deliver high-quality communication outcomes across internal and external channels.
The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strategic thinking, sound judgement and experience in media, communications, public relations or a related discipline. Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or significant professional experience are highly desirable.
Qualification: Tertiary qualification or professional experience in a relevant and/or related field are highly desirable.
Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian citizens and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at a Baseline Level.
How to apply: Applications must be submitted via our online e-recruitment system. Applicants must in 500 words or less outline the skills and relevant experience you would bring to this role. Please refer to the selection documentation for this position.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information see: RecruitAbility | Australian Public Service Commission (apsc.gov.au)