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OSCA 2024 · 112231 · Skill level 1

Communications Manager (Public Relations): OSCA 112231

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Communications Manager (Public Relations) is OSCA 2024 code 112231. It corresponds to ANZSCO 131114 Public Relations Manager, which is on the ROL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 112231

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

The job

What a communications manager (public relations) does

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates public relations activities within an organisation.

Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience

Also known as

  • Corporate Affairs Manager
  • Public Affairs Manager
  • Public Relations Manager

Specialisations

  • Community Relations Manager
  • External Relations Manager
  • Government Relations Manager
  • Media Relations Manager

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Plans, develops, directs and coordinates communication strategies to best represent the employer's interests
  • Creates and manages publication production timelines
  • Oversees reputation management through internal communications, government relations, media relations and social media management
  • Stays informed of changes in media by assessing web, email and social media analytics to understand opportunities and barriers
  • Liaises with, supports and manages public relations teams to create press releases, advertising and promotional materials
  • Organises and manages events to promote key messages

Questions

OSCA 112231: common questions

What is the OSCA code for communications manager (public relations)?
The OSCA 2024 code is 112231 (Communications Manager (Public Relations)), skill level 1. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 112231?
ANZSCO 131114 Public Relations Manager. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Communications Manager (Public Relations) on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 131114 Public Relations Manager is on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), according to the Home Affairs list checked on 21 October 2026.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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