Communications Advisor

Communications Advisor

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in
partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme
for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to
protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the
skills, qualifications, and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.

This is a role with a national organisation, sitting in a high-performing team
with a supportive culture. The Communications Advisors support, lead, and
deliver outstanding communication services across the organisation. We are
looking for someone who can confidently build relationships in a large, complex
organisation, be a self-starter, an excellent communicator who is able to
translate complex information into plain English, and keep things on track
through first class communication strategies – both written and oral.

The successful applicant should understand the need to foster positive
relationships with work colleagues to achieve this, as well as the importance of
considering stakeholder and consumer views when advising on ways to engage and
consult.

This is a full time, fixed term (until February 2027) located in our Melbourne,
Brisbane, or Hobart offices, working a hybrid arrangement.

In this role you will:

• Plan, write, and edit high quality communications content for a diverse range
  of channels
• Take the lead on projects, and on ad hoc work, to deliver great
  communications advice and support.
• Develop and implement tailored communication and engagement strategies/plans
  to support objectives, for internal and external audiences.
• Provide advice on, and help develop and implement, communications plans and
  customer engagement strategies.
• Use a range of communication channels to reach internal and external
  audiences.
• Be a comms all-rounder with the ability to think strategically, tailor
  messages, and produce high-quality content and collateral.

You can read more in the attached role description: Communications Advisor (CL5)
link

As the ideal candidate, you will demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated communications experience in a high pressure and complex
  organisation
• Excellent written communication skills and the ability to convert complex and
  technical information into engaging, accessible content.
• A proven track record in providing outstanding customer service and working
  well in a team
• Exceptional interpersonal and strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to comfortably manage multiple projects, competing timelines, and
  uncertainty
• Tertiary qualification in Communications, or a related discipline, or
  equivalent experience.

What we offer:

• Hybrid working environment, 2 office days / 3 at home
• Inclusive and supportive colleagues, enjoy coming to work and collaborating
  with your team
• Professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn licenses
• Salary packaging arrangements including novated leasing and education
  expenses
• Discounted private health insurance
• Attractive base salary starting at $103,781 and leave loading

To apply:

• Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application.
• Your application must include a resume, a cover letter and selection criteria
  addressing the “As the ideal candidate, you will demonstrate the following”
  section
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid
  work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the
  recruitment process.
• For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please
  contact recruitment team via email recruitment@ahpra.gov.au.
• Closing date: 11.30pm AEST Sunday Wednesday 17 May 2026

Please note that applications will be screened and shortlisted during the
advertising period. Should suitable candidates be identified during this time,
the advertising period may close early. Candidates who have previously applied
for this role and were deemed unsuccessful are not required to reapply.

Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment
screening) and Criminal History checks.

Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the
Flexible working policy

Ahpra acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and
their continued connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect
to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and Elders past and present.

With respect, no agencies please