Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of long-term and short-term communication strategies that align with the department’s goals and objectives.
• Serve as the department’s primary spokesperson and represent the department in media interactions.
• Protect and enhance the department’s brand image through consistent messaging across all communication channels.
• Ensure that all materials and public-facing content reflect the department’s values, mission, and public service role.
• Oversee the communication department’s budget and allocate resources efficiently across communication campaigns, media buying, and digital tools.
• Ensure that communication strategies are executed effectively within budget constraints.
• Supervise and mentor a team of communication professionals, including public relations specialists, digital content creators, and media relations staff.
• Provide leadership, feedback, and professional development opportunities to team members.
• Collaborate with government officials and policymakers to advance the department’s legislative and policy priorities.
• Guide the department’s use of digital and social media platforms to engage with the public, monitor public opinion, and promote department initiatives.

Requirements

• Knowledge and Skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement high-level communication strategies that align with organizational goals and stakeholder needs.
• Exceptional skills in crafting clear, compelling messages tailored to different audiences.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and developing teams of communication professionals.
• Ability to inspire collaboration, drive performance, and maintain high morale within a diverse team.
• Skilled in developing and executing crisis communication strategies.
• Ability to think quickly under pressure, maintain composure, and provide strategic advice in high-stakes situations.
• Experience with social media platforms and digital tools to promote public engagement, monitor sentiment, and create impactful online campaigns.
• Comfortable and effective as a spokesperson for the department in a variety of settings, including media interviews, public forums, and legislative hearings.
• Ability to articulate complex issues clearly and persuasively.