External Communications Advisor

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia VicRoads Full time
Overview

Join VicRoads as an External Communications Advisor.

VicRoads connects people and communities and works to keep Victorians moving safely and smoothly today and for tomorrow.

About the opportunity

Join VicRoads as an External Communications Advisor, a vital member of the Corporate Communications team. You will play a key role in protecting and enhancing the reputation of Registration and Licensing Services (RLS) by managing day-to-day media relations, implementing issue and crisis communications, and delivering proactive communication strategies. Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Communications, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to support strategic business objectives and ensure clear, consistent messaging across all channels.

About you

You are a seasoned external communications professional with at least five years\' experience managing media relations, crisis communications, and strategic campaigns. You excel at clear, compelling messaging and thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborating effectively with stakeholders to protect and enhance organisational reputation.

Responsibilities
  • At least five years\' experience in external communications or media relations, ideally in regulated environments
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, producing clear and engaging content
  • Experience in crisis communication and managing sensitive issues
  • Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail
  • Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders
  • Sound judgment and professionalism when handling confidential information
  • Familiarity with tools like SharePoint, Campaign Monitor, and Canva
Our culture

Innovation powers progress, but it doesn\'t come without support. To attract, retain, and develop talented people, we reward initiative and ingenuity, foster collaboration, and offer dynamic career development. At VicRoads, we embrace diversity and inclusion and we\'re proud our workforce reflects the community we work for.

What we offer
  • Salary packaging, Fitness Passport & discounts to retailers
  • Opportunities for professional and personal development
  • Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly practices, including 16 weeks paid parental leave
How to apply

We encourage applications from people of all genders, backgrounds and communities. If you need any adjustments to our recruitment process or the role itself, please let us know when applying.

Please submit your application via the "Apply" button. Applications close Thursday 18 September 2025.

For a copy of the Position Description please email talentacquisition@vicroads.com.au

VicRoads is required to evidence your right to work in Australia and may ask for consent to check records maintained by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection as well as Victoria Police and VicRoads as part of the selection process. Information provided to VicRoads will be treated in the strictest confidence.


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