PTA 5 $116,655 - $131,160 pa plus 12% superannuation

CFA is an emergency service that places the community at the centre of everything we do. We work to protect lives and property across Victoria, every hour of the day.

Our organisation is made up of employees working alongside more than 51,000 volunteers. We value the different skills, experience and viewpoints that people bring, because they strengthen how we operate and support the services Victorians rely on.

We aim to be a workplace where people feel supported to do meaningful work, develop professionally and contribute to outcomes that matter to the people and places we serve.

To learn more about who we are and the work we do, visit our About Us page.

About the Role

At CFA, communication connects our members, volunteers, employees and communities. We're looking for an experienced Senior Editorial Advisor to lead our corporate publications, shape content strategy and ensure our stories inform, engage and support CFA's strategic priorities.

You'll lead the end-to-end production of major publications, including Brigade magazine and the CFA Annual Report, setting editorial standards and ensuring content is accurate, engaging and delivered to a high standard.

Working with senior leaders, subject matter experts, content creators, designers and digital teams, you'll provide expert editorial advice, develop content plans and manage workflows from concept to publication. You'll also edit and curate written content and photography, maintain CFA's Style Guide and ensure consistent branding and editorial quality across CFA News, Member News and other channels.

You'll oversee print procurement, tenders and external suppliers, while identifying opportunities to improve content, grow audience engagement and strengthen editorial processes.

About the You

1. Relevant qualification in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related discipline and/or equivalent experience in a communications, editorial or publishing role.
2. Proven experience in leading the planning,



development and delivery of publications, editorial programs, or communications initiatives.
3. Highly developed writing, editorial, copywriting and proofreading skills, with demonstrated ability to produce, review and edit complex content for diverse audiences and communication channels (online, print and broadcast mediums).
4. Proven ability to provide specialist editorial advice and recommendations on content strategy and/or storytelling opportunities that support organisational objective and audience engagement.
5. Demonstrated project mangement skills, including the ability to coordinate end-to-end publication projects, manage editorial workflows, monitor deliverables and ensure successful delivery of agreed outcomes.
6. Highly developed internpersonal skills and proven ability to work collaboratively with senior leaders and subject matter experts to achieve communication outcomes.
7. Experience managing procurement, tender and supplier relationships, including evaluating submissions and making recommendations.
8. Proven ability to identify opportunities for improvement relating to editoral processes, publication workflows, audience engagement and communication effectiveness

Why choose CFA

- Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
- Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
- Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
- Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
- Wellbeing Focus: Health Ready programs, flu vaccinations
- Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways

You r Application





Click the ‘Apply' button to access our online application portal. You will be prompted to provide your personal and contact details and to respond to employment-related questions. When applying for a position with CFA, please include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) and resume that clearly demonstrate your qualifications, experience and the key attributes and skills relevant to the role.

Pre-employment Checks

Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who are able to successfully complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check. You will also be required to provide at least two professional references.

Applications close: 11:59pm 24/11/2026

What to expect from our recruitment process

CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work workplace. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.

If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email ***********@cfa.vic.gov.au

The Country Fire Authority (CFA) values your privacy. We will use the information you provide when you are applying for employment with us for the purpose of recruitment, selection, evaluation and appointment and to report on anonymised key metrics (e.g. diversity). The information we collect will be handled in accordance with privacy laws, including the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014. You can view our Privacy Statement here. For access and correction of the information we have collected, contact ***********@cfa.vic.gov.au

📌 Senior Editorial Advisor (Melbourne)
🏢 Country Fire Authority (CFA)
📍 Melbourne