Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $113,022 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Communications, marketing and media
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/VG/1886185
An exciting and unique opportunity exists for a talented and passionate individual to join the Public Administration Group, Strategic Communications, Engagement and Protocol Branch (SCEP) as Senior Adviser, Strategic Communications and Media at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.
The Public Administration group supports the Victorian Government and the DPC Secretary with expertise in public sector governance, strategic communication, protocol and intergovernmental relations, and advice on legal issues and legislation.
Strategic Communications, Engagement and Protocol (SCEP) branch provides specialist communication, engagement, and protocol support and advice to the departments, premier's private office and portfolio ministers. We centralise and lead campaign delivery, coordinate government-wide efforts, and set best practice standards within the VPS.
The Senior Adviser, Strategic Communications and Media provides high-level, multi-disciplinary communications advice and support the departments strategic priorities and government-wide Initiatives. The role supports communication planning, media and stakeholder engagement, risk and issues management, and works closely with ministerial offices and senior departmental leaders.
To be successful in this role, you will possess sound judgement, excellent communication skills, and strong stakeholder engagement capability, with the ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
About you
As our ideal candidate, you will bring:
For more details regarding this position, please see attached position description for the key selection criteria to address in application.
The closing date for this position is midnight, Tuesday 07 October 2025.
Apply before the advertised closing date, all applications should include:
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DPC has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent form. Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check.
DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.