Director Communications and Engagement

• Seeking an experienced communications executive to lead and deliver high‑impact communications, media and stakeholder engagement aligned to organisational and NSW Government priorities
• Role based in Sydney or elsewhere by negotiation  
• Competitive Total Remuneration Package, commensurate with experience.
  
  

The NSW Reconstruction Authority is seeking a Director, Communications & Engagement to set strategic direction and oversee integrated communications, media and engagement strategies supporting government priorities, legislation, programs and reforms. You will provide trusted advice to senior executives on reputational risk, issues management and crisis communications, and represent the organisation in high‑level stakeholder and government forums.

You will lead a dispersed communications and engagement team, overseeing media, digital platforms, corporate publications, stakeholder and community engagement, and key organisational products including the external website, Annual Report and social media channels. The role operates in a fast‑paced environment, balancing proactive strategic priorities with urgent and sensitive matters.

 

About You

We are looking for an executive with

• Demonstrated senior leadership experience leading communications, media and engagement functions in a government or similarly complex environment where community communications has been a focus
• Deep knowledge of public affairs and the government, media and stakeholder landscape and had experience supporting stakeholders
• A proven track record delivering complex communication and engagement plans and managing reputational risk, including crisis and issues management
• Demonstrated success designing and implementing innovative stakeholder and community engagement strategies for major government reforms
• Strong people leadership capability, fostering high performance, change management, collaboration and capability development
• Sound judgement, political acumen and the ability to manage contentious and sensitive issues with discretion
• Public information and emergency management experience will be well regarded

Essential requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience
• Availability to work outside normal business hours when required
  
  

For more information read the full Role Description: Director, Communications & Engagement

About the Agency 

The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.

To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, 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 Authority 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
• Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Thursday 28 May 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Susie George Executive Director, Regional Coordination and Engagement via susie.george@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au 0400 260 336

 

Our Commitment  

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, veterans and other diverse communities. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.  

 

Additional Information 

The recruitment process may include a range of assessments including interview, psychometric assessments, work sample activities and pre-employment checks as required.  

 

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including information in an alternate format or an alternate method of submission of the application) please contact the Talent Team via talentacquisition@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au or 0419 333 746 and reference the Job Title and Reference Number for the role in which you are requesting the adjustment. 

 

Recruitment Pool 

A recruitment pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that become available over the next 18 months.