Communication Advisor - Data61

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Role highlights

• Support CSIRO’s cutting-edge data and digital research with your communications expertise
• Deliver strategic communication strategies that amplify the impact of Data61’s research
• Engage with researchers and stakeholders at the forefront of digital innovation
  
  

About CSIRO

As Australia's national science agency, CSIRO is solving the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. Many of our iconic innovations were once considered impossible until someone, just like you, joined us and took on the challenge.

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The opportunity 

CSIRO's Data61 is the data and digital specialist arm of Australia's national science agency, with research expertise including AI, robotics, cybersecurity, modelling and analytics. We have an opportunity for a Communication Advisor to play a key role in highlighting the impact of Data61’s science.

As the Communication Advisor, you will support the delivery of Data61’s science through planning and execution of external campaigns and engagement activities. You’ll collaborate with scientists, engineers and research teams across CSIRO to raise the profile of Data61’s research and innovation with national and international stakeholders.

Working closely with the Data61 Communication Manager, you’ll develop and deliver high-impact communication strategies and supporting materials that enhance Data61’s reputation, and engage and educate stakeholders.

Your high-level duties will include: 

• Develop and deliver integrated communication plans that leverage media relations, digital and social content, and marketing communications to build and protect the CSIRO brand. 
• Participate as a part of CSIRO’s Communications function in a flexible Research Units (RU) partnerships model to support and respond to shifting priorities. 
• Establish and maintain truster advisor relationships internally and externally to deliver on key RU priorities and communication goals. 
• Assist Data61 Communication Manager with the identification and management of issues, as required. 
• Use Communication Unit systems (e.g. Sitecore) and processes for delivery of high-quality media and content.
• Work collaboratively across the Communication Unit as a member of an often geographically dispersed team, to carry out communication tasks.
  
  

Role particulars

Location: Sydney, Brisbane, Canberra, Perth, Adelaide and Melbourne, other locations considered.

Salary: AU$100k – AU$113k per annum (pro rata for part-time), plus 15.4% superannuation

Tenure: Indefinite, Full-time (Part-time considered)

Reference: 102436

As the successful candidate, you will bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualification and/or relevant experience in communication – PR, marketing, digital, communications, media or journalism.
• Demonstrated experience in the development and delivery of communication plans.
• Demonstrated experience creating content across a range of different platforms, including for digital audiences.
• Highly driven team player with an ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining excellent attention to detail and quality, and operate well in an often complex, ambiguous and fast-moving environment.
• The ability to build and maintain excellent collaborative relationships with stakeholders that help to achieve positive outcomes.
• Ability to obtain or provide evidence that they hold a valid paid/employee working with children check prior to confirmation of appointment.
  
  

Desirable

• Domain knowledge or expertise relevant to one or more of CSIRO’s RUs, and/or relationships with key stakeholders in these areas.

 
For full details about this role, and other criteria, please review the Position Description. 

Not sure if you meet all the criteria?

While it is CSIRO policy that the successful candidate must meet all the essential criteria, there are many ways to demonstrate this. Don’t let the list discourage you. If you are unsure about applying, please reach out to the contact person in the Position Description.

Setting you up for success

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible to everyone. We recognise that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. Please reach out to the contact on page 1 of the position description, to let us know how we can support you.  

Life at CSIRO and flexible work arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. We can discuss flexible work arrangements with you during the recruitment process. CSIRO also offers a range of leave entitlements, benefits and career development opportunities. To find out more, visit Careers at CSIRO.

Inclusion and belonging

Solving Australia's greatest challenges takes a diversity of minds and lived experiences. We know diverse teams are more effective and deliver more innovative outcomes. As an equal employment opportunity organisation, we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise true diversity encompasses all ages, abilities, cultures, faiths, levels of education, genders, sexualities, diversity of thought and much more. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First, Further Together, Making it Real and Trusted.

CSIRO holds Platinum Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.

Eligibility 

Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens, New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements. 

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and provide evidence that they hold a valid paid/employee (not volunteer) Working with Children/ Vulnerable People Check prior to confirmation of appointment.  

Child safety 

CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy. 

How to apply 

Please apply online and submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and CV that demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the essential requirements of this role.

Applications close 

22nd February 2026, 11pm AEDT.