About the role: The Communications Adviser works as part of a team to deliver key communications and engagement materials to support the department's strategic priorities. Reporting into a Head of Portfolio Communications and Engagement, you will work closely with branch colleagues, ministerial offices, department executives and relevant business areas within the department to ensure communication and engagement materials are clear, engaging, timely, and aligned to the department's strategic narrative and plan. With strong communications, engagement and writing skills and good attention to detail, you will be responsible for preparing engaging written content across a range of media for different audiences and purposes. You will help to develop, implement and evaluate innovative and integrated communications and engagement campaigns for target audiences using best practice communication and engagement skills, tools and techniques. This role may also be required to provide support to other teams across the Branch, including participating in out of hours media and emergency rosters, providing support for public emergencies, large-scale communications campaigns, and other high priority projects, to contribute to the effective management of workload across the branch and department. About us: At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected. We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all. About you: Can you demonstrate the following? Contribute to the development, delivery and evaluation of communication and engagement strategies and activities including production of print, online and multimedia materials. Provide detailed communications and engagement advice and work collaboratively across the department to ensure the delivery of effective communications that are of a high written and visual standard, and which comply with departmental and whole-of-Victorian Government guidelines. Work with other areas of the department and Communications and Engagement colleagues to produce high quality outcomes for stakeholders and clients. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and work collaboratively to increase the effectiveness of the department's communications and engagement plans Assess and respond to policy and process changes and act as a change agent to support initiatives aligned to the department's corporate direction. Qualifications / Specialist Expertise A tertiary qualification in fields related to communication, public relations and/or change management would be desirable. What we offer: The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world. A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector. A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements. How to apply: Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date. We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health. If you have any queries in relation to recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au. Please note that unsolicited applications will not be replied to. If you have questions regarding the role specifically, we would advise you to reach out to the contact listed on the advertisement directly. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy .