Senior Advisor Communications

21 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Manpower Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year
Position: Senior Adviser, Communications Emergency Management Communications Classification: VPS 5
About the Role
The Senior Adviser, Communications plays a key role in delivering clear, accessible, and effective communication to help keep communities informed and safe before, during, and after emergencies.
This position develops and implements communication strategies, produces a range of materials, and ensures information is tailored to diverse audiences. It also contributes to statewide communication efforts during emergency events.
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement communication strategies and content across preparedness, response, relief, and recovery phases.
  • Create and manage materials such as website content, social media posts, fact sheets, media releases, stakeholder packs, and internal updates.
  • Ensure information is accessible and inclusive, particularly for First Nations, CALD, and diverse communities.
  • Maintain up-to-date and consistent messaging across all channels.
  • Build relationships with key stakeholders across government, councils, and community organisations.
  • Provide communication advice and support to internal teams, executives, and regional offices.
  • Identify emerging communication risks and help manage reputation issues.
  • Support the State Communications Manager during emergency activations, which may require after-hours or weekend work.
Key Selection Criteria

Technical Skills & Experience

  • Experience developing and delivering communication strategies, campaigns, and projects.
  • Strong writing and editing skills for multiple audiences and channels.
  • Proven stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in complex, fast-paced environments.

Personal Attributes

  • Calm and adaptable under pressure.
  • Collaborative and inclusive, working effectively across teams.
  • Strategic thinker with a focus on achieving positive outcomes for communities.
  • Strong communication and influencing skills.

Qualifications

  • A tertiary qualification in communications or a related field is highly desirable.

Casey Oleary

Recruitment Consultant

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