Organisation: Department of Treasury and Finance
Occupation: Communications, Marketing and Media
Reference: VG/1832252
About us The Department of Treasury and Finance provides economic, financial and resource management advice to help the Victorian Government deliver its policies. We strive for excellence in financial and economic management to improve the lives of all Victorians.
Group/Division/Branch This role is based within the Strategic Communications Team which sits in the Strategic Communications and Executive Services Group, part of the Budget and Finance Division. The Division leads the development of financial policy advice to the Government and the Victorian public sector through detailed analysis of key policy priorities—including resource allocation, financial risk and government service performance, financial reporting frameworks, and the state's budget position—to inform and support the publication of key whole-of-state financial reports and the annual state budget.
About the role This role reports to the Executive Director and is responsible for supporting the delivery of key departmental financial publications, including the State Budget. The role requires strong project and systems management skills leading all production and communication aspects of these significant projects.
About you We are seeking applications from candidates with demonstrable experience in:
Proven ability to manage a team of production and communications professionals, overseeing workflow and staff performance while managing multiple projects and activities in an unpredictable and deadline-driven environment.Proven ability in managing Microsoft SharePoint sites for organisation-wide document management and large-scale publication workflow including review and approval.Proven ability in leading the delivery of in-house and external editing and proofreading services across multiple competing priorities.Proven experience managing graphic design, ensuring adherence to brand standards, and experience leading the development of new brand identities from concept to implementation.Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills for working effectively with and providing advice to senior management, all areas of the department, and other stakeholders.A high degree of self-motivation, flexibility and willingness to demonstrate initiative and provide a professional production and communication service to the Department.Experience and qualifications Experience managing significant publishing and production projects involving tight timeframes and complex issues.Experience managing Microsoft SharePoint for organisation-wide document management and large-scale publication workflow including review and approval.Experience developing and implementing publication production workflows and systems.Proven experience managing graphic design, ensuring adherence to brand standards, and leading the development of new brand identities from concept to implementation.Demonstrated understanding of online, internal communication, and production issues, and current trends.Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills for working effectively with stakeholders, providing proactive advice on production and communication issues.Tertiary qualifications in a communication-related discipline preferred.About our culture We aim to be a model employer providing an inclusive workplace that is understanding and respectful of differences such as gender, identity, race, disability or age. In addition, we are committed to supporting Aboriginal pathways between education and employment.
The Department strives to create an environment that supports a flexible and adaptive workforce. All requests for flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements.
How to apply VPS employees and other JSE-eligible applicants are encouraged to apply on the Jobs & Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board.
For more information about the position and key selection criteria, please refer to the position description. If you have specific questions regarding the role, please contact Matt Cugley on 0438 582 924.
To apply, select the 'Apply Now' button and provide a copy of your resume and cover letter summarising your skills and relevant experience. Applications close at midnight, 10 December 2024.
If you require a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, please contact the Recruitment team.
Covid-19 Vaccination
DTF is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act). To support this DTF has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DTF employees be fully vaccinated.
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