South Australian State Emergency Service
Job reference: 862156
Location: 5035 - KESWICK
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

 

Why work with us?

We are a volunteer-based emergency response and rescue service. We provide emergency assistance to the South Australian community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Our vision is of a reliable and trusted volunteer-based organisation building safe and resilient communities.
Our volunteers are supported by a skilled team of paid staff working across multiple areas including volunteer capacity, community engagement, emergency management and hazard planning, training, information systems, infrastructure and assets, operations – state, regional and marine, and corporate services.

Role purpose:

The Public Information and Governance Officer supervises the SASES Communications Team while leading and strengthening SASES public information and communications governance, capability and stakeholder engagement to deliver consistent, effective information during emergencies and business-as-usual operations.

Primary Purpose:

• Develop and implement strategic communications, public information and engagement initiatives that strengthen SASES public information outcomes as well as assist internal change management, enhance diversity and inclusion programs and projects, and maintain a positive brand image for the SASES.
• Supervise, mentor and coordinate the work of the Communications Team to foster a high-performing, collaborative and people-focussed team culture aligned with organisational priorities.
• Develop, review and implement policies, strategies, procedures and quality assurance activities for SASES communications and public information that support organisational compliance and best practice.
• Keep senior leaders informed and advised on public information, communications, stakeholder engagement and emerging issues, ensuring informed decision-making and effective management of reputational risk.
• Support coordinated public information and communications outcomes through active and collaborative engagement with government and non-government agencies, emergency services, volunteers and other stakeholders.
• Lead communications and public information training, exercising, capability development and improvement initiatives across the agency.
• Contribute to emergency management planning, public information arrangements and collaborative projects that enhance community and stakeholder outcomes.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Qualifications in communications, public relations, marketing or other relevant field.

Remuneration:

ASO6 - $105,747 - $111,854

Special Conditions:

Engagement will be subject to a satisfactory Emergency Services Sector Criminal History Check.  For all special conditions, please refer to the Role Description.

Enquiries:

Charmane Lucas-Creswell

Ph: (08) 8115 3800
Email:  [email protected]


Application Instructions:

Applicants are required to address the criteria outlined in the Application Guidelines document.

Applications must be submitted online.

The South Australian State Emergency Service is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, inclusion and supports a culture of safety and respect.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQ+, people with disabilities, women and other diverse groups to help us build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive and inclusive recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to contact us at the time of application.

Applications close: 05/11/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Application Guidelines.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Description - Public Information and Governance Officer.pdf
- Working for the SES_VF.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.