Senior Communications Advisor

• $125,955 to $133,450 per annum, plus superannuation
• Full-time until 2 July 2027 with possibility of extension
• CBD Location

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Communications Advisor at the City of Perth, you will provide high-level media and communications advice while developing and delivering proactive communications and media plans.

This role identifies, pursues and responds to media opportunities and requests, developing content for media, the web, social media channels, industry engagement activities, internal communications channels and other collateral. You will also contribute to the forward planning of media and communications activities across the organisation.

Reporting to the Lead, Media and Communications, your responsibilities will primarily include:

• Lead and coordinate strategic communications across the City, working closely with Alliances and Service Units to support key organisational priorities.
• Provide expert media advice and support to the Lord Mayor, CEO and Executive Leadership Team on emerging issues and reputational matters.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and national media to enhance the City’s profile and ensure accurate and consistent coverage.
• Contribute to major City strategies and publications, ensuring brand consistency and high-quality communications across all channels.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

• Extensive experience in a senior media, journalism or communications role, ideally within a high-profile or politically sensitive environment.
• Strong understanding of contemporary communications and media practices, including crisis communications and bought, owned and earned channels.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop clear messaging across media, digital and internal channels.
• Proven ability to provide strategic communications advice to senior leaders, supported by a relevant qualification in journalism, communications or a related field (or equivalent experience).

If your experience and capabilities match these criteria, we welcome your application.

Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role and working at the City.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

• A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa).
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).

How to Apply

Please apply online by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button below, which will direct you to the City’s application questionnaire.

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less is more!

The Application Process

Applications for this position will close at 5PM AWST on Sunday 6 September 2026. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Please note: The advert may close earlier than the listed closing date should suitable applications be received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.