Your new role

We have an opportunity for an individual to join our communication team as Senior Communication officer on a full-time, permanent ongoing basis. Reporting to the Manager - Communication, the role will work across the business to develop prevention and education plans and products for stakeholders and the community. The role will also have a focus on delivering communication actions that support IBAC's current legislative reforms.

Duties include:

- Lead the design, implementation and evaluation of effective communications to support such work as the quarterly newsletter, proactive/reactive media responses, investigative reports, engagement activities, public hearings and a broad range of other activities.
- Work collaboratively across the organisation, using formal and informal channels, to ensure the delivery of clear, concise and accessible communication services and products to achieve business objectives, including the quarterly newsletter.Including identifying areas and opportunities for improvement.
- Identify proactive communication opportunities which protect and promote the organisation and assist the achievement of IBAC's role to build a corruption-resistant Victoria.
- Provide internal stakeholders, including senior leadership, with sound, relevant, accurate and timely advice on communication issues and media relations.

Additional duties are set out in the position description. To view this,



please visit the IBAC Careers webpage and click on the appropriate vacancy.

Our requirements / your skill set

We are looking for candidates with the below experience and capabilities:

- A tertiary qualification in communications, public relations, journalism, or related discipline is essential.
- Demonstrated ability to write content for high-quality communication materials.
- Demonstrated work experience in communications, marketing, media or related field.

Due to the requirement to attain a Negative Vetting 1 security clearance candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of application.

Apply now

All applications should include:

- a resume
- a cover letter
- responses to the administrative screening questions within the application process.

PDF documents are preferred with a maximum file size of 2kb. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email [email protected].

For further information regarding the role, please contact Peter Varley [email protected].

Applications close 20 November 2026

We are committed to bringing together people with differing perspectives, lived experiences and skills to make choices that reflect our integrity and community, and to creating an inclusive work environment for all.

Visit: www.ibac.vic.gov.au for more information.

📌 Senior Communication Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Independent Broad-Based Anti-Corruption Commission
📍 Melbourne