Communications and Media Adviser

This is a great opportunity to join DEECA’s Strategic Communications team to promote programs and initiatives that help Victorians save on energy costs and contribute to Victoria’s renewable energy future.

Reporting to the Communications and Media Manager, you’ll help deliver innovative, high-quality and effective communications and media solutions that promote government priorities and DEECA’s objectives. You’ll work across a dynamic portfolio, supporting policies, programs, initiatives and ministerial events that shape Victoria’s renewable energy future.

We’re looking for a creative and collaborative communications superstar with strong writing and editing skills, a knack for managing multiple projects and a passion for community-focused storytelling, to work in a fun and supportive team environment.

About the Opportunity

The preferred candidate will develop and deliver end-to-end strategic communications and media relations strategies that communicate how Victoria is shaping its renewable energy future.

The preferred candidate will work closely with stakeholders and policy teams to support the design and delivery of high impact communications and media solutions across a variety of projects and programs.

Your work will help build public understanding and trust around the renewable energy transition, energy affordability and reliability.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the development and delivery of strategic communications across media, digital and social channels.
• Create high-quality content that translates complex policy into clear, engaging messages for diverse audiences.
• Provide tactical communications advice to managers and executives across DEECA and portfolio groups.
• Collaborate with communications teams across government to ensure alignment with whole-of-government messaging.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of ministerial events and announcements.
• Ensure that day to day work is in line with the portfolio communication team strategy, working closely with the manager to ensure continuity of workflow and output. 
• Practice cultural safety by creating environments, relationships and systems free from racism and discrimination so that people can feel safe, valued and able to participate.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience spanning communications, media and marketing.
• Contemporary knowledge of strategic communications and media channels and processes.
• Sound knowledge of and experience working in government would be desirable.

This is a fixed term position available until 31 July 2026. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria 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:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers.

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Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 29 October 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.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

This position is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people under s.12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Confirmation of Aboriginality will be required for appointment to this position. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

We recognise the significant responsibility to enable self-determination, be accountable to Traditional Owners and provide opportunities to strengthen First Peoples’ connection to Country. We are committed to creating a culturally safe environment, where individuals feel safe, valued, and able to celebrate their culture, and spiritual and belief systems.

For general information about Aboriginal Employment at DEECA, please contact self.determination@deeca.vic.gov.au.

We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave. For more information visit applying for a role with us.