The Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA) is responsible for the rollout of the Victorian Government's multi-billion-dollar health capital projects. We're delivering world-class health facilities across Victoria including new public hospitals and emergency care, community health services, ambulance branches, residential aged care and mental health facilities. VHBA also provides technical support across engineering, property, asset management and environmental sustainability disciplines.

The Opportunity:   

The Communications and Engagement Adviser will help to create and develop communications content and support the development and implementation of key communications and engagement strategies across the VHBA program. You will contribute to developing and implementing communication strategies that support the key priorities of the Victorian Health Building Authority's (VHBA) broad program of health infrastructure projects!

• Lead the development of high quality, relevant and audience-focused written content including web pages, event materials, social media content, reports, speeches, newsletters, executive materials and briefing notes
• Provide strategic advice and counsel to teams within VHBA around messaging, narrative, engagement and communication strategy

We are looking for:  

• Ability to understand and implement strategic communications for broad and diverse audiences
• Writes plain English content for use across a range of channels and audiences. Develops complex briefs, letters, emails and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct language
• Ability to identify and respond to clients' underlying needs; uses understanding of the client or stakeholder's organisational context to tailor services and ensure a high quality response; looks beyond the obvious to provide outstanding levels of service

To learn more about the opportunity and view the full requirements please download a copy of the Position Description.   

Interested in working with VHBA?  

Please click the “Apply” button to submit a copy of your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.  

We don't want you to miss out! Please only apply for this position via the “Apply” button as emailed applications will not be considered.  Please note we are operating with limited staffing over the holiday period and expect some delays in communication and results for recruitment processes over that time.

Applications close 11.59pm on 19^th of January 2025   

If you require any adjustment to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please contact VHBA.recruitment@health.vic.gov.au  

Further information:  

Want to know more about VHBA? Check out our website and LinkedIn.   

VHBA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a values-led, diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe our teams should represent the diversity of our communities in which we work, and we actively embrace and celebrate people from all walks of life.  

All prospective employees undergo a National Criminal Records Check. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, police checks, reference checks, qualification checks and role related clearances.