Senior Advisor- Internal Communications

Box Hill North, VIC
$65.00-75.00 per hour
Contract
Full-time

6 days ago

Senior Internal Communications Advisor opportunity

Approx. $65-$75 per hour plus Super dependent on experience
Assignment duration is up to 3 months. Immediate start
Eastern suburbs Melbourne/Hybrid Arrangement

About the roleGovernment client seeks an experienced Senior Internal Communications Advisor to join them on a short-term assignment for a duration of up to a period of 3 months based in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne with an immediate start.As the Senior Internal Communications Advisor, you will lead a strategic approach to internal communication that delivers on the Strategy & Engagement Division’s purpose and the organisation’s Strategic Plan. You will collaborate closely with the business to conceptualise, initiate, implement, promote and evaluate strategic communication programs and campaigns.Key AccountabilitiesReporting directly into the Senior Manager, your key accountabilities will include:

Developing and implementing a strategic and integrated communication program to engage the target audience
Creating and executing innovative strategic communication projects and initiatives that meet customer and business needs using new technologies
Providing strategic communication advice to other business units to ensure maximum impact of messaging that supports the organisation’s strategic plan
Working in collaboration with the wider Strategy & Engagement Division to ensure integrated planning and delivery of best practice communication and engagement
Developing and implementing appropriate frameworks, systems, policies, procedures and reports to support the strategic communication function
Ensuring activities undertaken are managed responsibly and comply with legislation, organisational objectives, budget and designated timeframes
Monitoring and activating internal escalation protocols to effectively respond to reputational issues and implement risk mitigation frameworks as appropriate

Key Selection CriteriaThe skills and experience you will need to demonstrate include:

Proven experience in developing, implementing and evaluating strategic communication strategies, programs and policies across a range of multi-disciplinary functions
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of best practice strategic internal communication approaches and principles of behaviour change
Experience managing large-scale strategic communication projects
Sound communication, analytical and business writing skills, with contemporary web based and social media technology experience
Proven management skills in fast-paced, dynamic environments
Consistent and sound judgement and ethical behaviour in making and influencing quality decisions, developing innovative solutions, leading, managing staff and team in fast-paced, dynamic environments
Understanding of financial systems and processes, and experience monitoring, managing and meeting budgets

Qualifications

Tertiary Qualifications in Communication, Public Relations, or journalism related field

Sound knowledge of and experience working within a government environment

How to apply?Please apply online using the appropriate link below forwarding a copy of cover letter and your resume highlighting your internal communications experience, your government experience, and your suitability for the role. Please quote ref. 246351 when submitting your application.Please note:

Candidates that have submitted a cover letter or statement of useability addressing the key selection criteria will be considered only
The pay rate offered is inclusive of 25% casual loading
The anticipated hours per week are 38 (7.6 hours per day) for this contract

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