Assistant Director, Communications and Publishing
Job Details
Job Title: Assistant Director, Communications and Publishing
Employment Type: Ongoing/Non-Ongoing
Classification: Parliamentary Executive Level 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm AEDT, 24 February 2025
Contact: Joseph McLean Ayoub, 02 6277 2512, joseph.ayoub@aph.gov.au
The Opportunity
The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is recruiting for a Parliamentary Executive Level 1 Assistant Director, Communications and Publishing.
The Parliamentary Library provides high quality analysis and advice to Parliamentarians and produces a range of publications to support their work. The Communications and Publishing team manages the library’s online presence including our website, Client Portal (intranet) and coordinates publication of engaging research, legislative analysis and data visualisation. We create and distribute Library communications to Parliamentarians and the wider community, and manage our social channels (LinkedIn, X and Facebook). Take a look at our services to see just how much we do: Parliamentary Library – Parliament of Australia
We’re looking for you to lead the Library’s publishing and communications team. You’ll be responsible for managing the delivery of the Library’s online presence including our website and intranet and social media presence, as well as the Library’s communication products and strategy. You will be an experienced leader who leverages the skills of your capable team to produce creative and engaging digital content, support communication objectives and enhance the Library’s digital performance and engagement.
This role is an exciting opportunity to be part of the parliamentary environment, leading a creative and skilled team, developing and implementing engaging content and identifying ways to improve products and services.
Who we are looking for
The Assistant Director, Communications and Publishing will be:
• a leader with experience in communication and/or publishing who leverages individuals’ expertise
• able to plan and prioritise work, is responsive and flexible to change and collaborates to achieve strategic objectives
• an excellent communicator who engages stakeholders and establishes partnerships
Job Specific Requirements:
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field are highly desirable
• The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected/Restricted) security clearance.
At DPS, we acknowledge the value diversity brings. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, mature age people, people from diverse backgrounds and people with disability.
Duty Statement
Classification: Parliamentary Executive Level 1
Branch: N/A
Section: Client Relations & Publishing
Immediate supervisor: [Recruitment insert supervisor position title]
Under limited/general direction undertake duties in accordance with the agreed standards for the Parliamentary Executive Level 1 classification. The duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Lead the design, development and delivery of the Library’s communication strategy, and manage the delivery of high-quality communication products, including publications, newsletters, marketing materials and online content.
2. Manage the delivery of the Library’s online presence including its website and intranet, associated websites and social media presence. Lead the design and delivery of creative and engaging digital content to support Library publications and communication objectives.
3. Manage and lead the Communications and Publishing team, ensure the efficient allocation of resources and support staff career development.
4. Provide high quality service delivery to Library staff and Library clients. Work with stakeholders including the Parliamentary Departments to collaborate on and promote common objectives.
5. Analyse and report on the Library’s digital performance and engagement and ensure best practice accessibility is implemented.
6. Provide high quality corporate support functions to the Chief of Staff, including by providing strategic advice and supporting policy development.
Employees of DPS are required to be able, and to be seen to be able, to provide professional advice and services to all Senators and Members without favour or prejudice.
How to apply
Please upload a pitch (700 words maximum) describing how your skills and experience would contribute to the role and work of the department.
Your pitch is an opportunity to tell us why you want to work at DPS, why you are interested in the role and what you can offer in the role. Frame your pitch around the role description and relevant ILS Profile. Make sure to use relevant examples and accomplishments that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.
Our purpose and values
We proudly provide innovative, unified, and client-focused services to the Australian Parliament and parliamentarians. We are a values driven department, placing our values at the heart of everything we do; from our service offerings and decision making to our interactions with stakeholders and each other.
Our people are employed in a broad and unique range of professional, customer service and trade-based roles, all joined by a shared purpose: to make an enduring contribution to Australia’s parliamentary democracy. We have an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. While we come from all walks of life, we share a commitment to care for and protect our iconic workplace.
Every year, almost one million people visit Australian Parliament House to experience the parliamentary process, the building’s architecture, nationally significant art collections, events, tours, and food and dining experiences – all made possible by our people, who are active participants in an environment where no two days are the same.
What we can offer
Join our community based on innovative, unified, and client-focused services, where your skills and development will be nurtured. You will also enjoy:
• access to flexible work arrangements
• ongoing opportunities to learn and develop new capabilities
• a competitive remuneration package
• free secure underground parking
• free gym membership and access to recreational facilities
• on-site childcare, banking services, post office, value-for-money dining options and more.
Salary
An attractive salary, which could be negotiated with the successful candidate, is on offer.
Conditions of Employment
Employment opportunities at Department of Parliamentary Services are subject to a range of conditions prescribed in the Parliamentary Service Act 1999 which include:
• Australian citizenship – to be eligible for employment with DPS, applicants must be an Australian Citizen.
• Security clearance and character clearance – the preferred applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the level specified, as well as complete and be deemed suitable through a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
• Health assessment – a pre-employment health assessment will be required where there are physical or medical requirements for the role.