Position overview Communications Media and Marketing is part of the Corporate Affairs unit and supports all communications materials internal, marketing and events while providing updates and partitioner direct mail and messaging about all building and plumbing regulatory requirements and changes. This key role is critical in repositioning and protecting the VBA's public image, and in providing expert advice to the leaders on how to respond to matters considered newsworthy and in the public interest. Reporting to the Executive Director of Communications and Media, the Head of Media is tasked with generating and monitoring high quality original content for traditional media, social media, and video. What we are looking for: * An understanding of building issues in the media and the political environment. * Experience at a major media outlet and or experience on a major government project. * A skill set encompassing tertiary communications qualifications, relevant experience, strategic thinking, advanced relationship management skills, a deep understanding of media and stakeholder motivations and an ability to navigate complex and often urgent situations. VBA Commitment The Victorian Building Authority embraces a diverse and inclusive culture who work together for the benefit of all Victorians. Our recruitment is best practice and free from bias, we recruit based on merit and equity regardless of age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation or cultural background. We have an amazing employee engagement program, remote working setup, health and well-being and learning and development programs to ensure our people are fit for work and inspired to be the best they can. We are always looking for talented new people to join us with a broad range of skills and experience who are curious, keen to learn and enjoy serving the community they live in, so if this sounds like a place you'd like to work and you think you have what it takes, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply now! What you can expect: * Flexible work arrangements with a hybrid, work from home and office model * A competitive salary How to Apply: We require you to upload: * A detailed copy of your resume * A cover letter briefly outlining your relevant experience and what attracted you to the role * Any other qualifications or licence if applicable Please note: * Only electronic applications submitted via careers.vic.gov.au will be accepted.
