Shape the message that drives real change –
This is a rare opportunity to lead communications at a pivotal moment.

The Public Service Association of South Australia (PSA), together with the Community and Public Sector Union (CPSU), is the principal union with coverage of over 50,000 South Australian public sector employees.

The PSA is entering a new phase of leadership with a clear objective: to re-establish itself as one of the most effective, visible and powerful unions in South Australia – winning for members, shaping public debate and the future of the public sector.

About the role:
As Senior Communications and Campaigns Officer, you will lead the strategy, messaging and media that shapes how the PSA is seen, heard and understood.

You’ll turn complex industrial and political issues into clear, compelling campaigns that mobilise members, influence public debate, and deliver real outcomes.

This is not a behind-the-scenes comms role—you’ll work closely with senior leadership, set the narrative, and help drive campaigns that make a tangible difference to thousands of workers’ lives by:

• Leading communications and campaign strategy aligned to organisational priorities
• Developing messaging that drives engagement, activism and growth
• Managing media relations, including releases, briefings and journalist engagement
• Supporting leadership with high-level communications and positioning
• Translating complex issues into clear, persuasive narratives
• Working with organisers to turn workplace issues into impactful campaigns

About you:

• Proven experience in senior communications, campaigns, or media roles
• Ability to lead communications, media, and campaign strategies aligned with organisational priorities
• Understanding of the political landscape – a strong strategic thinker with campaign development capability
• Results driven with experience in leading high performing teams
• Provide high-level media support including releases, messaging, interviews, and journalist liaison
• Excellent writing, editing, and messaging skills across multiple formats
• Experience managing media relationships and public messaging
• Ability to translate complex issues into clear, persuasive communication
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
• Current SA drivers licence

Culture and benefits of working at the PSA:

• Additional leave and wellbeing support: paid wellbeing days
• Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
• Access to membership benefits including discounts, and Journey Accident insurance
• Inclusive employer, embracing diversity and union values
• Conditions aligned with SA Public Sector
• High performing, energetic team, committed to social justice and supporting our members in the public sector

Salary range: $108,109 – $129,568 per year + Superannuation

For further information about the Senior Communications and Campaigns Officer position or for a copy of the job and person specification please email gabriella.donato@psaofsa.asn.au

How to apply:
Apply now and be part of something bigger than a job – be part of a movement delivering real change for tens of thousands of workers.

Submit a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the position, including contact details for at least two referees to Gabriella Donato gabriella.donato@psaofsa.asn.au

The closing date for applications is 5:00pm 26 May 2026.

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