This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities.  Our ultimate goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

About the Role

Under the general supervision of the Communications Consultant, the Communications Officer - Digital and Publications will plan and implement social media and other digital engagement strategies and campaigns for the Commissioner, as well as lead the preparation of high-quality graphic design outcomes, digital and printed, including child-friendly documents. They will assist in the development and publication of effective and compelling content through a wide variety of digital platforms to support the Commissioner’s advocacy, monitoring and engagement work, benefiting, particularly, children and young people.

Period of Appointment

Ongoing - Start date of 1 July 2025

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours per fortnight

Essential Requirements

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)
• The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1 Conviction checks in the following areas:

a) crimes of violence
b) sex related offences
c) serious drug offences
d) crimes involving dishonesty
e) serious traffic offences

2 Identification check
3 Disciplinary actions in previous employment check

Desirable Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in communications, public relations, media or other relevant discipline.
• Experience preparing child-friendly publications and resources.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online can be found here:

Statement Of Duties (PDF)

Statement Of Duties (DOCX)

Information for Applicants (PDF)

How to apply

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

Applicants should forward/include:

• a statement addressing the selection criteria that includes a link to a portfolio of samples showcasing relevant graphic design outputs; and
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.

The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.

Applications should be made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au. 

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name: Mark Fitzpatrick
Title: Communications Consultant
Phone: 0(3) 6166 1364
Email: mark.fitzpatrick1@childcomm.tas.gov.au