Manager Public Affairs

Division: Corporate Services

Location:

Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000

Req ID: 74826

Full time, ongoing role with the Communications and Engagement Division.
Parramatta/Sydney based role with flexible work options and hybrid arrangements available.
Clerk Grade 11/12 Salary ($145,378 - $168,130 per annum) plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Join the NSW Reconstruction Authority (RA) and play a vital role in strengthening community resilience and enhancing the reputation of a pivotal government agency. As Manager Public Affairs, you'll lead high-impact communication strategies and media engagement that support the RA’s programs and initiatives, including the State Resilience Strategy and Disaster Ready Fund.

About the Role

As the Manager Public Affairs, you will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of public affairs and media relations to maintain and enhance the public image of the Authority. You will:

Lead a broad range of public affairs and public relations activities, including timely and accurate media responses and proactive media milestones.
Manage media projects across multiple portfolios, developing and implementing effective media strategies and materials.
Develop tactical media plans and communications materials that support community preparedness, recovery activities, and key government programs.
Work collaboratively across the Authority to support relationships with Ministerial offices, media representatives, the Executive, and senior managers.
Build and maintain productive relationships with media teams in relevant ministerial and intergovernmental departments.
Provide strategic media advice to the Executive and Ministerial offices, including media monitoring and approval of public engagement materials.
Establish a robust issues management program to proactively identify, assess, and develop strategies to address significant issues.

For more details about this role, please click here to view the role description.

About You

You are an experienced and strategic public affairs professional with:

A proven track record in managing media and public relations activities in a complex, high-profile environment.
Demonstrated ability to develop strong relationships with Ministerial advisers, executives, senior managers, and media stakeholders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver accurate, timely, and high-impact messaging.
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, especially in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations.
Experience providing advice to senior leaders and navigating complex stakeholder environments.
A collaborative and proactive approach to cross-agency engagement and reputation management.

Essential requirements:

Tertiary qualification in journalism or public relations and/or relevant knowledge and experience.
At least 10 years experience in media management.

If you're passionate about purposeful communication and want to help communities stay informed, prepared and supported through the work of the Authority, we encourage you to apply.

About the Agency

The NSW Reconstruction Authority (RA) is an executive agency of the Premier’s Department. The RA will improve how NSW plans for disasters and help communities to recover from them faster.

To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the RA will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, NGOs, businesses, and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities, and other stakeholders.

Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The RA also offers:

Flexible working practices
Contemporary workspaces and technology
Access to learning and development opportunities
Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)
Workforce that values inclusion
Competitive pay and conditions (including flex-time)
Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW

How do I apply?

Attach a cover letter outlining how you meet the essential requirements and capabilities of this role, as specified in the role description.
Attach an up-to-date resume detailing your capabilities, skills and experience relevant to the role.

For more information about this role, please contact Benjamin Flores, Director Corporate Affairs via Benjamin.flores@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au.

Applications close Monday 9 June 2025

Diversity

Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.

Please contact talentacquisition@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au if you require any adjustment to apply for this role.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.