In-Demand Head of media, public affairs Jobs in Melbourne, Vic

Head of Corporate Communications and Engagement
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Recruiting
- Leadership
- Marketing
12d
Editor, Melbourne - 12 month parental leave contract
Time Out —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- No degree
- Employee assistance program
Quick Apply
3d
Media and Communications Officer
Aussie Broadband —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
2d
Head of Communications and Engagement, Mental Health and Ageing
Department of Health —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- Full-time
- Management
- Recruiting
- Marketing
12d
Head of Corporate Communications and Engagement
Department of Health —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- Full-time
- Recruiting
- Leadership
- Marketing
12d
Media Officer
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $81,496 - $98,955 a year
- Full-time
- Recruiting
8d
Head of Communications and Engagement, Mental Health and Ageing
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Recruiting
- Marketing
12d
General Expression of Interests
Tantalus Media —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- No experience needed
Quick Apply
Head of Creative Solutions
Bolster Digital —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Bachelor's degree
- Leadership
- Employee assistance program
Senior Executive Coordinator, Office of the Chief Communications Officer
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $116,413 - $140,849 a year
- Full-time
- Recruiting
11d
Vice President, Public Affairs
Teneo —Melbourne VIC
- Bachelor's degree
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
Head of Business Unit Communications
Australia Post —Richmond VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Leadership
- Work from home
1d
General Expressions of Interest
Wicked Workshop —Box Hill VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- No experience needed
Quick Apply
Senior Advisor - Digital Communications (Website)
Western Health —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Analysis skills
- Education
1d
Senior Advisor - Digital Communications (Website)
Victorian Government —Melbourne VIC
- $100,000 - $110,000 a year
- Part-time
- Analysis skills
- Education
1d
Head of Client Solutions
Bolster Digital —Abbotsford VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- AI
- Leadership
Quick Apply
3d
Head of Indigenous Engagement, Amazon Web Services Public Sector - ANZ
Amazon Web Services Australia Pty Ltd —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- AWS
- Bachelor's degree
- No degree
Employee Communications & Engagement Partner
Swissport International AG —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
12h
Head of RMIT Galleries
RMIT University —Melbourne VIC
- $158,216 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Research
- University
5d
Brand Communications Manager - Arc'teryx
Amer Sports —Moorabbin Airport VIC
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Budgeting
- Leadership
- Employee assistance program
Quick Apply

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Head of Corporate Communications and Engagement

Victorian Government -
Melbourne VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
$142,790 - $191,084 a year
12 days ago

Qualifications

Recruiting
Leadership
Marketing

Full Job Description

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Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $142,790 - $191,084

Grade: VPS 6

Occupation: Communications, marketing and media

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/1934235

The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on
supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with
communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and
wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.

About the role:

Reporting to the Director Communications & Engagement, the Head of Corporate Communications & Engagement plays a key role as part of the Communications and Engagement Branch leadership team to ensure best practice communications and engagement across the department.

The Head of Corporate Communications & Engagement leads a team of communications and engagement specialists and guides their work to deliver insights and audience-led communications and engagement activities.

They devise and lead the strategic internal communications for the department including the Secretary's narrative and are the voice of the Executive Board. They manage all internal communications strategies, programs and channels to ensure best practice employee engagement and alignment with departmental goals.

They partner strategically with key enabling functions across the department to deliver integrated communication and engagement advice and project delivery and partner with Deputy Secretaries to provide best practice advice on key change programs that impact their divisions.

They collaborate with senior leaders across the branch to ensure our communications are integrated and aligned to the overarching Communications and Engagement strategy and departmental narrative.

The Head of Corporate Communications & Engagement is responsible for fostering strong relationships with Communications and Engagement Branch Executive, relevant divisional executives, senior leaders and key external stakeholders and ministerial offices.

About us:

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

About you:

A tertiary qualification and/or substantial expertise in fields related to marketing, communications, media and journalism or business administration would be highly desirable.
7 -10 years' experience leading communication and engagement teams focussed on the operationalisation of strategy and influencing executive leaders.
Demonstrated strong experience in people leadership – including through change and performance issues.
Demonstrated experience leading a communications and engagement teams and delivering contemporary communications strategy in a complex multichannel context including development, implementation and evaluation of communications.
Demonstrated experience devising and delivering engagement advice and implementing and evaluating engagement initiatives.
Demonstrated understanding of the public service, health sector and the operation of government.

What we offer:

The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service.
A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply:

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at [email protected]. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

If you have any queries in relation to participation in recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email [email protected]. Please note that unsolicited applications from third parties cannot be accepted. If you have questions regarding the role, please message the contact person listed on the advertisement directly.

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Applications close Monday 17 August 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

3 August 2026

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