Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $138,631 - $185,518
Grade: VPS 6
Occupation: Communications, marketing and media
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 744
The Communications and Media Manager leads a team of communications professionals to deliver innovative, high-quality and effective end-to-end strategic communications solutions within the department’s Strategic Communications Division, to support and promote the achievement of government priorities.
The role is responsible for building a high performing communication team that delivers strategic communication advice, strategies, media management and a wide range of communications products. This includes working in partnership with senior stakeholders, relevant portfolio groups and agencies, and ministerial offices to create a culture of collaboration and set strategic direction.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This is a fixed term position available from 19 January 2026 until 29 January 2027. The work location for this position is Melbourne CBD with hybrid work arrangements available.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.
How to Apply:
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Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 30 November 2025.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
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