Senior Comms & Engagement Adviser x 2

Overview
Work type: Full time

Salary: $10+,730 - $132,764

Grade: VPSG5

Occupation: Communications, Marketing and Media

Location: CBD

Reference: VG/DFFH/HV/75052+

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.

Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.

We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities. .

If you’re having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large print), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on the ad.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)


THE ROLE

Reporting to the Manager, Communications and Engagement, you will plan, oversee and implement major communications and engagement strategies for regional social and affordable housing projects, and manage others in the planning and implementation of project communication and engagement activities.
You will listen to, engage with, inform, communicate with, and build respectful and inclusive relationships with our communities and stakeholders. Your work will ensure our large and complex program achieves its objectives.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE


Plan, implement and evaluate communications and engagement activities for Homes Victoria housing projects.
Work collaboratively within a team of communication and engagement advisors to achieve the objectives for each project and the wider objectives of Homes Victoria.
Initiate and maintain positive and proactive working relationships with stakeholders to identify engagement requirements, identify, record and mitigate risks as they occur.
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HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.


Applications close Thursday 8 May 2025 at 11.5+PM

Posted 23 April 2025