Manager, Communications at SA Health

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• Department for Health and Wellbeing - Corporate Communications - Communications Unit
• Salary: $127,859 - MAS3 - Full Time / Term Contract up to 2 Years

Join the Department for Health and Wellbeing, SA Health, as Manager, Communications and help shape how we connect with South Australians about their health and wellbeing, and keep our 50,000+ workforce informed about what's important to them. This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to drive strategic communications across the entire state health portfolio, working directly with the Chief Executive, Minister's office, and local health network leaders.

You'll lead and inspire a dedicated Communications Unit, focusing on developing your team's capabilities while overseeing statewide communications strategies, internal communications, social media, and creative services. As a people leader, you'll foster professional growth, facilitate training opportunities, and create an environment where your team can deliver their best work. From crisis communications to innovative communications strategies that build public confidence in our health system, you'll empower your team to be at the forefront of meaningful communications that directly impact our communities and our workforce.

This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on team leadership. You'll collaborate across the public health system and government, managing partnerships, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

If you're a strategic communications professional who thrives on developing others and leading high-performing teams to make a real difference, this role might be for you.

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

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 917605

Criminal History Screening Requirement

• A ‘National Police Certificate' NPC (also known as a ‘Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check' NCCHC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position (general employment)

Immunisation Risk for this position is Category C (minimal patient contact)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Enquiries

Clare SwansonSenior Project OfficerPhone: 8226 2457E-mail: *************@sa.gov.au 

Application Closing Date

Sunday, 26 October 2025 - 11:55PM

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Job Info:

• Company: SA Health
• Position: Manager, Communications
• Work Location: Clare SA
• Country: AU

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