Join our Team as Manager Administration and Communication in the Torres Strait Islands Region.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant community?

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager of Administration and Communication to join our team in the Torres Strait Islands Region. In this role, you will play a crucial part in managing the Council's brand, media relations, planning, engagement, and administration.

Reporting to the Executive Director Corporate Services, you will develop and support a high-performance team that is responsive to the changing environment in which our Council operates. As the custodian of our brand, you will monitor and refresh the Council's core brand and market positioning, maintaining our style guide, communications guidelines, and other relevant policies. Your efforts will ensure our branding aligns with best practices, delivers a clear, consistent message.

You will develop and maintain relationships with key local and national media, supporting the Mayor, CEO, and senior stakeholders in media engagement and interviews. You will also drive the refresh of Council's digital platforms for staff and community engagement and feedback. Additionally, you will baseline and improve the annual community survey process and lead the team in integrated planning and performance management.

Your other duties include overseeing Council's meeting management and secretariat functions, reception and grants administration and preparing reports.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven leadership skills and staff management experience with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Tertiary qualification in business management, media, communications, marketing, social science or a related field.
• Strong strategic, operational, and project management skills with an ability to manage competing priorities.
• High-level communication skills.
• Strong public consultation and conflict resolution abilities.
• Advanced computer literacy.
• Cross-cultural communication skills.
• The role is located in the Torres Strait. Knowledge of Torres Strait languages, including Meriam Mer, Kala Lagaw Ya, and Creole, is desirable.

Remuneration:

• Annual salary $135K to $145K depending on experience, plus superannuation
• 3 to 5-year senior officer contract
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Additional TSIRC public holidays
• Relocation assistance and subsidised rent may be available for the successful candidate

To apply:

To download the PD, or to apply for this role go to: https://torstrarc.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6743102

Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter outlining suitability for the role against the selection criteria.

Applications close on Monday 14 April 2025, 5pm

For more information contact: Recruitment@tsirc.qld.gov.au