Senior Communications Advisor (VPS5.1)
- Hourly Rate: $81.37 per hour + super
- Location: Melbourne CBD (Hybrid Model)
- Contract Length: 3-month initial contract, with a likely 6 month extension (Immediate / ASAP Start)
- Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 3 days in office, 2 days from home
About the Opportunity
Randstad is proud to partner with a prominent Victorian State Government body responsible for delivering a major, multi-disciplinary infrastructure and public services program.
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We are seeking a proactive, highly organised, and collaborative Senior Communications Advisor to join a fast-paced and high-profile media and content team. This role plays a key part in shaping public narrative, combining creative storytelling, issues management, and cross-platform content creation to support public understanding of major state initiatives.Role Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager of Media and Content, your daily responsibilities will include:
- Strategic Communications: Developing and implementing comprehensive media and communication plans to support major project delivery.
- Content Creation: Researching, writing, and editing high-quality, audience-centric materials including media releases, key messages, Q&As, and engaging digital/social content.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborating closely with internal project teams, senior stakeholders, and external government departments to gather information and ensure consistent messaging.
- Media & Events Management: Identifying opportunities for positive media coverage and coordinating collateral for announcements, milestones, and media events.
- Approvals & Support: Managing end-to-end communication workflows, including proofreading, reviewing content, and coordinating formal approvals within tight timeframes.
Key Selection Criteria
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Government or Infrastructure Experience: Proven experience leading media and communication strategy within a fast-paced, high-profile, or politically sensitive public sector environment.
- Exceptional Writing Skills: A strong portfolio of clear, accurate, and succinct content tailored to diverse audiences across media releases, digital channels, and executive briefings.
- Media & Digital Storytelling Nous: Demonstrated ability to capture positive media opportunities, manage reputation risk, and create compelling social media content utilizing modern engagement techniques.
- Stakeholder & Project Management: Superior collaboration and influencing skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, navigate complex organizational structures, and maintain sharp political acumen.
- Qualifications: A tertiary degree in Media, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related discipline is highly desirable.
How to Apply
If you are a skilled communications professional looking to land your next high-impact public sector contract, please click "APPLY NOW" to submit your resume and cover letter.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
