Head of Communications and Engagement

2 months ago


Melbourne, Australia Parks Victoria Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time / Ongoing

Organisation: Parks Victoria

**Salary**: $128,196 - $179,489

Occupation: Communications, Marketing and Media

Reference: VG/HCE/12474

We are seeking a passionate and strategic leader to join Parks Victoria as Head of Communications & Engagement.
- Opportunity to undertake a senior and influential role
- Lead the communications and engagement for this renowned agency
- Be a part of the park experience

**About the role**

As the Head of Communications & Engagement, you will lead Parks Victoria in the strategic and day-to-day delivery of its communication and engagement programs.

You will shape, lead and support a professional team of communication, media and engagement specialists. You will ensure Parks Victoria has the capability to plan for and implement longer-term strategic initiatives, deliver ongoing operational requirements, and be equipped to respond to urgent and unforeseen circumstances. Your reach extends across the organisation to support on-the-ground staff, providing advice to executive management along with collaborating with a range of external organisations.

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

- A highly strategic and collaborative leader, used to operating at senior levels in large, complex organisations and in fast-paced environments
- Demonstrated experience in leading the development and management of diverse and complex stakeholder relationships and programs across government, community groups and the private sector
- An expert in issues management, providing high-level, authoritative and practical advice and solutions on complex and sensitive stakeholder and community issues
- Demonstrated experience in successfully leading strategic and day-to-day communications functions and programs, including external and internal communications and media management
- A Current Resume
- A Cover Letter

**Application Close date**: Sunday, 15 December 2024

**Sound like you?**

If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.

**Employment Requirements**

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.



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