Senior Science Communicator

Title: Senior Science Communicator
Type:Hybrid

Location:  ParramattaAustralia

Job Description:

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

• Looking for a role where your words can drive real-world impact? Help us build trust, transparency, and public awareness around some of the most critical issues facing our planet.
• Ongoing Full Time (35 hours) Opportunity
• Office location - Parramatta with hybrid working supported including 2-3 days in the office. Some travel to Lidcombe required.
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $124,322 to $138,494 + superannuation + leave loading

Are you passionate about making science accessible and impactful? Join our dynamic Strategic and Program Communications team where you will work with our Climate and Atmospheric Science Business Unit leading the development and delivery of strategic science communication initiatives that support departmental priorities and drive meaningful engagement.

About the Role

Asa Senior Science Communicator, you'll be at the forefront of transforming complex scientific and technical concepts around air quality and net zero emissions modelling into engaging, accessible stories that resonate with a wide range of audiences. You'll work side-by-side with passionate teams to design and deliver innovative communication products, spark meaningful engagement with partners both inside and outside the organisation, and amplify the impact of our science projects through creative marketing and media strategies. Your work will ensure that our science not only informs but inspires action and understanding across the community.

About You

• Proven experience developing and delivering targeted communication strategies and resources that promote rigorous science, preferably within NSW Government (not mandatory)
• Skilled at building strong relationships with scientists and collaborating effectively with internal and external communication teams across the division.
• Agile and adaptable, able to work across multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to drive the strategic direction of science communication to advance departmental priorities and outcomes.
• Experienced in creating clear, fit-for-purpose content-including documents, plans, web copy and engagement products-that communicate complex processes to varied audiences and stakeholders.
• Expert at translating scientific and technical information into plain English, ensuring all communication is customer-focused and accessible across written and digital channels.
• Confident working with traditional, specialty, and social media, with a track record of developing concise, impactful messages.
• Editorially minded, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to high-quality, accessible science communication.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in science and/or communications with relevant demonstrated success in the communication of science.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Science Communicator

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state's environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state's natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.