Adviser, Design and Digital Communications

Department Of Justice; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking an Adviser, Design and Digital Communications to support Emergency Management Victoria with crafted visual content and compelling written materials.

The role involves producing content for websites, social channels, publications and campaigns, while adhering to Brand Victoria and EMV guidelines. You will collaborate across government and emergency management partners to deliver accessible information.

Qualifications

• Experience in communications or digital media.
• Ability to write accessible content for diverse audiences.
• Adobe Creative Suite experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Produce creative written and visual content for multiple channels and audiences.
• Develop designs for digital and print communications following guidelines.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders and partner organisations.

Skills

Written communication

Digital media experience

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Tertiary qualification in communications or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Adviser, Design and Digital Communications

• Develop visual content and write communication materials for Emergency Management Victoria.
• Ongoing, Full time opportunity.

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking an Adviser, Design and Digital Communicationsto provide a critical role at Emergency Management Victoria.

About the Business Unit

Emergency Management Victoria

Emergency Management Victoria (EMV), within the Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS), is responsible for the overall coordination of the emergency management system in Victoria. EMV drives the integration of policy, strategy, operational coordination, sector specific technology, and planning across Victoria's emergency management sector, contributing to safer, more resilient communities.

EMV works closely with government and agencies across the emergency management portfolio. The organisation is led by the Deputy Secretary & Chief Executive, and Emergency Management Commissioner, and includes oversight of statutory entities and offices and the department's emergency management accountabilities.

Emergency Management Communications Branch

The Emergency Management (EM) Communications branch provides essential communication services to educate and inform Victorian communities about emergency management policies, programs, and legislation, fostering safety and resilience. The division coordinates Whole of Victorian Government communication efforts, supporting preparedness, response, relief, and recovery. Its key functions include issuing public warnings, managing media and stakeholders, communicating recovery programs, engaging digitally, and running proactive public information campaigns to ensure communities receive timely, accurate, and accessible information. By encouraging collaboration across the emergency management sector, the branch plays a crucial role in safeguarding and preparing Victorians before, during, and after emergencies.

About the Role

Some of your duties will include:

• Producing creative and engaging written and visual content for a range audiences and channels, including websites, social media, publications and campaigns.
• Developing creative and tailored designs for digital and print communications, following the Brand Victoria, departmental and EMV guidelines.
• Building and maintaining productive working relationships with key stakeholders including emergency management colleagues, partner organisations and across all tiers of government.

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience working in communications or digital media.
• Demonstrated experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Proven ability to write accessible and effective content for different audiences and channels.
• Experience in the emergency management sector is desirable, but not essential.

Qualifications/requirements

• A tertiary qualification, or equivalent professional experience, in communications or related field.
• Professional experience using Adobe Creative Suite is highly desirable.

The successful candidate willbe requiredto undergo pre-employment checkswhich mayincludereference checks,nationally coordinated criminal historychecks(NCCHC),andmisconduct screening. Dependant on the role, other checks may includeVicRoadschecks,driverslicencechecks, medicalchecks, Working with ChildrenChecks, andDeclaration of Private Interests (for executive and responsible officer roles).

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, pleasedon'thesitate toget in touch withthe contact person listed on this ad.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.