Director, Public Communications

SES-1 Director, Public Communications The Department provides a wide range of learning and development support and services in the education portfolio. The department provides policy leadership, plans for the future of education in Victoria and leads key cross-sector collaboration. The department plays an important system steward role by providing support, guidance, oversight and assurance across early childhood and school education systems, as well as directly providing school education and 50 new early learning centres. About the Division The Communications Division collaborates with key stakeholders to strategically shape and deliver communication and community engagement opportunities. The Division is responsible for the delivery of communications on behalf of the department to support and improve Victoria's education. The partnership allows the Division to support the Victorian Government priorities in early childhood and school education. This includes engaging with the department's workforce, supporting the implementation of policies and reforms, protecting, and strengthening the reputation of our education and providing communications support and advice to the Victorian Government. About the Role A 2-year fixed term opportunity exists for a Director to join the Public Communications branch in the Communications Division. Key Responsibilities As a Director you will be responsible for : Providing the highest level of public communications advice to Ministers, the Secretary, department executives and policy and program areas. Leadership, advocacy and engagement planning across all Department of Education (DE) portfolios in early childhood and school education. Management of relationships with key stakeholders. Management of the Media, Major Events, and Speechwriting services. As a member of the management team, the role is directly responsible for budget, resource and contract management, as well as the development of staff through professional development, mentoring and workload management. Essential Qualifications and Experience Tertiary (Bachelor or higher) qualification Communications / Media Director level communications experience How to apply Applicants are required to submit a CV and cover letter (max 2 pages for cover letter) summarising their skills, relevant experience, and suitability to the role in line with the duties, required capabilities and the Key Selection Criteria. Further Information For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application. The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page. Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr