THE ROLE

The Senior Communications Adviser, Corporate Communications is responsible for employee communication projects within the Corporate Communication team at the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing. You will plan and implement communication strategies that will successfully communicate departmental initiatives and projects to employees and stakeholders. You will be involved in the development of the department's corporate documents (e.g., annual reports, strategic plans) to ensure that unified, consistent, and positive messages define and promote the department's vision and mission.

You will support the activities of the Corporate Communications team including the continual development of the department's internal communication channels, maintaining the Corporate Communication's editorial calendar and support the online and in-person engagement activities of the Secretary of the department.

You will play a senior role in building relationships with key stakeholders including the department's senior leadership, business and program areas and across the central Public Engagement branch.

You will apply your communications expertise and insight to identify emergent risks and issues and collaborate to ensure a consistent, integrated and creative approach to communications, content and creative development.

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Communications, the Senior Communications Adviser, Corporate Communications is a key member of the Public Engagement branch and works collaboratively with other staff in the branch to support portfolio priorities.

As required the Senior Communications Adviser,



Corporate Communications will work with the leadership team to ensure effective communications services, support and resourcing during emergency, crisis and peak periods.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

- Develop, delivery and evaluate internal communication strategies, activities and collateral for the Department Secretary, executive leadership team and projects within the Corporate Delivery Services division.
- Develop, delivery and evaluate internal communication strategies, activities and collateral (including but not limited to the department's intranet, EDM, event content, speeches and speaking notes).
- Deliver effective communications of a high written and visual standard that comply with department and whole-of-government guidelines.

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HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.

📌 Senior Communications Adviser (CBD)
🏢 Department Of Families, Fairness And Housing
📍 CBD