EL2 – SES1 Speech Writer - Federal Government – Canberra, Sydney or Melbourne

• Full time 6 month position
• Opportunity for professional development and growth
• Must be an Australian Citizen and NV1

 
ACM Healthcare is on the lookout for an experienced Speech Writer to join our client’s Communications and Marketing team based in either Canberra, Sydney or Melbourne. The role is within a federal government department and will be required to prepare speeches and other communication material at the direction of the department. The Speech Writer may also be required to provide training, mentoring or coaching related to the Services provided under the Contract to the department.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Developing and writing speeches and a range of other communication products for senior leaders including the Minister and executives
• Managing competing priorities to achieve high quality outcomes within tight deadlines
• Ability to develop staff speech writing capabilities, including coaching and mentoring of the current team of ongoing APS staff
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities and short deadlines
• Ability to lead and mentor staff

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in government and executive speechwriting
• Relevant degree or diploma with a major in journalism, communications, public relations or marketing. Alternatively, possession of recognised skills, cadetship or relevant experience
• Negative Vetting 1, or ability to obtain and maintain

CONTACT:

Catherine to discuss this role further or inquire about our other positions available catherine@acmhealthcare.com.au

OR

Jess to discuss this role further or inquire about our other positions available jess@acmhealthcare.com.au