External Affairs and Communications Advisor

**Employment Type**:

- Permanent Full Time

**Hours per fortnight** - 80

**Job Category**:

- Administration - Public Relations

**Req Id -** 5157
- Join our dynamic Public Affairs and Communications team at Barwon Health, where you’ll help shape the voice of Victoria’s largest regional health service.
- Are you a passionate communications professional looking to make a positive impact in the healthcare sector?
- Permanent full-time opportunity (80 hours per fortnight) with ADO's, 5 weeks annual leave and salary packaging

**About Barwon Health**
- Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.

**About the facility**
- Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.

**About the role**
- As part of a small but high-performing team, the External Affairs and Communications Advisor (Advisor) will support the design and implementation of external communication strategies to drive positive stakeholder engagement and enhance the Barwon Health’s brand and reputation.
- The Advisor will provide strategic and tactical communications advice, while supporting the delivery of key communications projects including publications, events, media and issues management, community information and the creation of content for all Barwon Health digital channels.
- If you're ready to take the next step in your communications career and be part of a purpose-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

**About the culture**
- We are an enthusiastic, energetic and focused team who work cohesively together. We promote positive respectful relationships and strong working partnerships in the workplace and in the community. We are all dedicated to supporting the staff and organisation in achieving the goal of building a Healthier Community. Be part of a positive and proactive team.

**Barwon Health staff benefits**
- Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction.
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
- Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career.
- Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650.
- About Geelong - Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’.
- Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes.
- Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers.
- Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
- Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes.
- To learn more about the region, click here.

**Diversity and Inclusion**
- We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
- Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
- We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.
- Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance._
- This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination._

**Contact person: Kate Bibby**
**Phone**: (03) 4215 1118

**Application closing date: 9th July 2025**

**Position Description