Senior Communications Adviser

About this role

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 Head of Emergency Management Communications, the Senior Communications Adviser will deliver integrated communications and media support for the department's emergency management function. They will work closely with the Public Engagement branch colleagues, the Emergency Management branch, and relevant business areas across the departmentand broader emergency management sector. The Senior Communications Adviser will develop and implement innovative and comprehensive communications, community engagement, public information and stakeholder strategies for emergency preparedness, response, relief and recovery, and the evaluation and reporting on their effectiveness, including overseeing the production and distribution of communications and media collateral and events. The Senior Communications Adviser will be prepared to participate in an out of hours standby roster for emergency management and, where necessary, be deployed to the State Control Centre or regional Vicoria to provide communications and media support in response to emergencies. When required the incumbent will provide surge support to other areas within the Branch to ensure effective communications services can be delivered during peak periods. ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE • Provide an account management approach to core service delivery and strategic communications ensuring alignment to broader human service objectives. • Participate in an out-of-hours standby roster for emergency management and, where necessary, be deployed to the State Control Centre or regional Victoria to provide communications and media support in response to emergencies. • Support ongoing improvement in relief and recovery communications and coordination, including implementing recommendations from Royal Commissions, investigations and evaluations Please open the position description to read more. 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.