Communications and Engagement Advisor

4 days ago


Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Transport Full time

Strategic Communications and Engagement
Our division supports the Department of Transport and Planning to deliver on the Government's transport and planning agenda.We do this through clear communications, genuine engagement and marketing campaigns that resonate with people because they are focused on delivering better outcomes for people, wherever they live.
Primary purpose of this role
The Communications and Engagement Adviser is accountable for supporting the development and delivery of stakeholder communications and engagement plans for the transport reform portfolio within the Strategic Portfolio and Communications and Engagement branch.They will have a strong risk and mitigation antennae, bags of initiative, ability to think strategically as well as operationally, excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to adapt in a busy and complex environment. This is will support more senior colleagues to help engage council, deliver events and of these plans.
Key Selection Criteria
- Experience in communications, stakeholder relations or community engagement with a demonstrated ability to prepare and implement plans.
- Ability to identify reputational and communications issues and risks as they emerge, develop mitigations and escalate to management.
- Ability to successfully manage competing priorities and project tasks in a complex and pressured environment to ensure project milestones are achieved and deadlines met.
- Ability to work collaboratively with project partners and senior advisors to achieve communications goals and objectives.
- Demonstrated initiative with proven ability to work as part of a team, proactively contributing to and providing support to other team members as the demand arises.

QualificationsMandatoryAn appropriate tertiary qualification in communications, public relations or journalism or equivalent experience.
Culture and Benefits
The Department of Transport and Planning is committed to building a culture of developing our people to achieve great outcomes for Victorians. We are proud of our commitment to flexible work arrangements that support different ways of working, helping employees balance work and life. We are focused on providing a workplace environment that is rewarding, enjoyable, healthy, and productive for all employees, where contributions are valued and recognised, expectations are clear, and treatment is fair and equitable. More information is available in the attached Position Description.
How to Apply
To be considered up to date vaccinated, you must have been administered COVID-19 vaccines as determined by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI). DoT is requiring all staff to be Vaccinated and to have had Booster Vaccination (Triple vaccinated as a minimum).



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