Senior Communications and Media Adviser (x2 positions)

Shape the stories that matter to Victorians

Join DEECA's Strategic Communications Division and help deliver communications that support government priorities, strengthen community understanding and make a meaningful difference for Victorian communities.

We're recruiting for two Senior Communications and Media Adviser positions, each offering the opportunity to work on high-profile programs, initiatives and issues that help shape Victoria's future.

Whether you're passionate about leading communications across regional Victoria or supporting Victoria's energy journey, you'll join a collaborative, high-performing team that delivers strategic communications, media engagement and stakeholder relations outcomes across some of the state's most important portfolios.

Opportunities available

Senior Communications and Media Adviser – Regions, Environment, Climate Action & First Peoples

In this role, you'll lead strategic communications planning and provide trusted advice across a diverse portfolio. You'll work with regional leaders, executives, policy and program teams to develop communications that support thriving communities, sustainable industries and healthy environments throughout Victoria.

You'll also play an important leadership role, helping build team capability and supporting the delivery of high-quality communications outcomes across the Barwon South West and Grampians regions.

Senior Communications and Media Adviser - Energy

Help promote programs and initiatives that support energy affordability, reliability and Victoria's energy future.

Working across a dynamic portfolio, you will develop and deliver strategic communications and media relations activities that build public understanding and trust. You'll work closely with policy teams, stakeholders and ministerial offices to support major announcements, programs and initiatives that contribute to Victoria's energy future.

About you

We're looking for experienced communications professionals who bring strong judgement, excellent writing skills and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

To succeed in either role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience delivering strategic communications and media initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex information for diverse audiences.
• Well-developed planning and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience identifying and managing issues, risks and opportunities in dynamic environments.
• Contemporary knowledge of communications, media, digital and social media channels.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.

Highly regarded:

• Experience working in government or a similarly complex environment.
• Understanding of government decision-making processes and the political and media landscape.
• Experience leading, coaching or mentoring others.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary degree or industry recognised qualification in communications or public relations (or similar) would be well regarded. 
• Minimum five 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 is preferred.

These are fixed term positions available for a period of 12 months (see position description for more details). The work location for these positions are 2 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne and Flexible within Barwon South West/Grampians regions – Ballarat/Geelong preferred 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 Sunday, 15 November 2026. 

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.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.  We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace.  If you need support to participate, please contact aboriginal.employment@deeca.vic.gov.au.

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing.  For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.