Team Lead Corporate Communications

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life. Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable. We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria. We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities.

THE ROLE

The Team Lead, Corporate Communication manages employee communication at the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing. This role is a senior position in the Corporate Communication team. The Team Lead delivers the corporate communication content strategy and manages the evaluation and reporting of our communication activity. They are also responsible for the development and delivery of executive communication including from the department Secretary. This role manages communication channels and processes to communicate department initiatives and projects.

• Editorial responsibility for department newsletters, forums, Intranet and department-wide communication.
• The continual development of the department's internal communication channels ensuring the integrity and privacy requirements of our internal communication tools and systems.

The Team Lead runs the department's Internal Communication Network; a network that supports the effective delivery of corporate information across the department's divisions. To undertake this work, the Team Lead manages and works with a Communication Adviser. The Team Lead plays a senior role in building relationships with key stakeholders, including executive leadership across the central Public Engagement branch. They also use communications expertise and insight to identify emergent risks and issues. As required, the Team Lead will work with the leadership team to ensure effective communications services, support and resourcing during emergency, crisis and peak periods.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Implement the Corporate Communication content plan.
• Develop, deliver and evaluate internal communication strategies, activities and collateral for the Department Secretary, executive leadership team and the Corporate and Delivery Services division.
• Deliver effective communications of a high written and visual standard that comply with department and whole-of-government guidelines.

Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.