Position: Senior Adviser, Communications
Emergency Management Communications
Classification: VPS 5

About the Role

The Senior Adviser, Communications plays a key role in delivering clear, accessible, and effective communication to help keep communities informed and safe before, during, and after emergencies.

This position develops and implements communication strategies, produces a range of materials, and ensures information is tailored to diverse audiences. It also contributes to statewide communication efforts during emergency events.

Key Responsibilities

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  Develop and implement communication strategies and content across preparedness, response, relief, and recovery phases.
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  Create and manage materials such as website content, social media posts, fact sheets, media releases, stakeholder packs, and internal updates.
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  Ensure information is accessible and inclusive, particularly for First Nations, CALD, and diverse communities.
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  Maintain up-to-date and consistent messaging across all channels.
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  Build relationships with key stakeholders across government, councils, and community organisations.
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  Provide communication advice and support to internal teams, executives, and regional offices.
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  Identify emerging communication risks and help manage reputation issues.
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  Support the State Communications Manager during emergency activations, which may require after-hours or weekend work.

Key Selection Criteria

Technical Skills & Experience

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  Experience developing and delivering communication strategies, campaigns, and projects.
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  Strong writing and editing skills for multiple audiences and channels.
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  Proven stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.
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  Ability to manage multiple projects in complex, fast-paced environments.

Personal Attributes

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  Calm and adaptable under pressure.
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  Collaborative and inclusive, working effectively across teams.
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  Strategic thinker with a focus on achieving positive outcomes for communities.
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  Strong communication and influencing skills.

Qualifications

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  A tertiary qualification in communications or a related field is highly desirable.

Casey Oleary

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