Communications Advisor Conservation and Science

3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Australia Parks Victoria Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Parks Victoria

**Salary**: $102,996 - $110,619

Occupation: Communications, Marketing and Media

Reference: VG/11840

A fantastic opportunity to use your environment and science knowledge to drive strategic communication and content development for Parks Victoria.
- Drive a multi-channel communications strategy in a diverse and creative role
- Dynamic team culture within a world class Parks' service
- Option to work from Melbourne CBD or Bendigo

**About the role**

As the Communications Advisor, you will deliver communication strategy, advice, content and support for Parks Victoria environment, conservation, science and climate change priorities. Your role is responsible for the planning, delivery and measurement of communication that profiles Parks Victoria's conservation reputation, environmental plans, programs and initiatives. You will provide state wide support for communications on biodiversity protection, feral animal management, climate change initiatives and other programs to protect nature's future.

You will:

- Develop accurate and timely information across owned, earned and paid channels
- Create engaging and entertaining content aligned to Parks Victoria's brand and strategic priorities
- Influence and enable internal partners to achieve organisational excellence
- Use data and insights to forecast trends, influence decision-making, inform campaigns, and mitigate risks/issues
- Advise, consult and engage with community, stakeholders, industry and government.

**We're looking for someone with**:

- Degree qualifications in communications, public relations, journalism or environmental science, and/or related field experience
- Strong organisational skills, ability to work independently as well as in a team. Be able to exercise initiative and good judgement.
- Extensive experience in communications, media or science communication.
- Knowledge and understanding of working with government an advantage.
- A current Resume
- A Cover Letter

**Application Closing date**: Sunday 11 June 2023

**Culture**

We have a positive and supportive team culture. We value collaboration, creativity and innovation. In the communications team we pride ourselves on high quality and finding new and original ways to achieve the best outcomes for our work.

**Sound like you?**

**Organisational Commitments**
- Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment._
- Parks Victoria recognises diversity and inclusion is everyone's business. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender, that brings out our best, values everyone's contribution and works within a flexible working environment, ultimately reflecting the community we serve. _
- Parks Victoria's policies require the successful applicant to be up-to-date based on Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) vaccination advice. The successful applicant for this role will be required to provide evidence of vaccination or exemption status as part of the recruitment process._

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