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. During early 2024, we became a Project Office within the Victorian Infrastructure Delivery Authority (VIDA), joining sister projects including the Metro Tunnel Project, Level Crossing Removal Project, West Gate Tunnel Project and Major Road Projects Victoria led by Director-General, Kevin Devlin.

• Lead the Victorian Health Building Authority's strategic direction
• Shape the stories we tell about the impact of the health infrastructure projects we're building and delivering for the Victorian community
• Seeking hybrid workplace flexibility? Enjoy a balance of remote-working & in-person

About the opportunity:

As the Executive Director, Strategic Communications & Engagement, you will set the strategic direction and provide exceptional people leadership across the division.

You will lead and shape the community's understanding of the Victorian Health Building Authority's (VHBA) projects, with a strong focus on impactful messaging that enhances public awareness.

As a trusted advisor you will offer strategic and pragmatic advice on communications, public affairs, engagement, and risk, mitigation and prevention strategies.

A collaborative approach is essential; as you will be working with the VHBA CEO and the executive leaders, Victorian Infrastructure Development Authority (VIDA), Office of the Director-General (ODG), Ministers and key senior government people, ensuring an integrated approach across public affairs, media, stakeholder engagement and communications.

What you will bring:

• Extensive senior executive experience gained from working in complex and politically sensitive major infrastructure environments.
• Strong communication capabilities around leading and developing strategies, frameworks and risk management.
• Well-developed public affairs & media experience.
• Deep understanding of the political environment in which multi-billion-dollar infrastructure projects operate within and are delivered, how to anticipate and mitigate issues and provide effective advice to senior levels of government.
• Highly developed emotional intelligence and collaborative working style that fosters strong teams, constructive networks and leads successful negotiations.

To view the full requirements please download a copy of the position description.

How to apply

To be considered, please apply online and attach your summary cover letter and CV. 

Applications close 11.59pm on Monday 21 October 2024.

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

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.