Change & communication Specialist - Federal Government

Change & communication Specialist - Federal Government

Contract Type:

12 Month Contract

Location:

Canberra CBD - ACT

Contact Name:

Oliver Iles-mann

Contact Email:

oliver.iles-mann@ashdownpeople.com.au

Contact Phone:

0424673821

Posted Date:

05-02-2026

Location: Canberra, ACT
Duration: 12+ Months (ASAP Start)
Working Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite in Canberra)
Day Rate: $1000-$1200 + Super Per day

The Change and Communication Specialist within the Modernisation Program Delivery section. Working as part of a fast-paced, collaborative delivery team, you will lead end-to-end change and communication activities, including strategic communications, media, stakeholder engagement and business readiness support across a portfolio of modernisation projects.

You will translate complex and technical information into clear, engaging and practical communications that support adoption and readiness across diverse audiences. This role suits a self-starter who enjoys owning strategy and delivering high-quality products in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities As the Change and Communication Specialist, you will:
  • Develop and execute change and communication plans aligned to program and organisational objectives.
  • Support change management strategy, training, business readiness and go-live activities.
  • Prepare and deliver key messages and branding across a portfolio of projects.
  • Design, manage and deliver communications across channels including intranet pages, newsletters, videos, virtual town halls, webinars and briefings.
  • Engage with stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop targeted messaging for varied audiences.
  • Design and storyboard content, including audio and video scripting and editing.
  • Create and refine materials such as newsletters, flyers, fact sheets, videos, training presentations, work instructions, leadership talking points and readiness packs.
  • Respond to project-related media enquiries and draft media statements as required.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
 In order to be represented for this role, you will:
  • have or be able to obtain Baseline Clearance
  • complete essential criteria questions prior to being submitted

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