Design and Digital Communications Advisor

Emergency Management Victoria (Department of Justice and Community Safety); Melbourne; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Management Victoria (EMV) is seeking a design and digital communications professional to join the EM Communications Branch in Melbourne. This full-time, ongoing role produces content across websites, social media, publications and campaigns for a range of audiences, reporting within the Communications Branch.

You will design digital and print materials in line with Brand Victoria and EMV guidelines, build relationships with internal colleagues and government stakeholders, and

Qualifications

• Experience in communications or digital media.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Ability to write accessible content for diverse audiences and channels.
• Tertiary qualification in communications or related field.
• Experience in the emergency management sector is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Create written and visual content for websites, social media, publications and campaigns.
• Design digital and print materials in line with branding guidelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams and government stakeholders.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Communications experience

Written content creation

Education

Tertiary qualification in communications or related field

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

Emergency Management Victoria (EMV) sits within the Department of Justice and Community Safety and is responsible for coordinating Victoria's emergency management system. It drives integration across policy, strategy, operational coordination, sector technology, and planning, working closely with government agencies and statutory bodies to build safer, more resilient communities. The Emergency Management Communications Branch provides communication services to educate and inform Victorian communities about emergency management policies, programs, and legislation, coordinating whole-of-government communication efforts across preparedness, response, relief, and recovery.

The role

This ongoing, full-time position sits within the EM Communications Branch at VPS Grade 4. The role provides design and digital communications support to EMV, producing content across a range of channels and audiences. It reports within the Communications Branch and involves regular collaboration with emergency management colleagues, partner organisations, and government stakeholders across all tiers.

What you would do

• Create written and visual content for websites, social media, publications, and campaigns, tailored to a range of audiences and channels.
• Design digital and print communications materials in line with Brand Victoria, departmental, and EMV guidelines.
• Build and maintain productive working relationships with internal colleagues, partner organisations, and government stakeholders.

What they are looking for

• Previous experience working in communications or digital media.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Proven ability to write accessible, effective content for different audiences and channels.
• A tertiary qualification, or equivalent professional experience, in communications or a related field.
• Experience in the emergency management sector is desirable but not required.

Working arrangements

The role is based in Melbourne CBD and is ongoing and full time. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, which may include reference checks, a nationally coordinated criminal history check, and misconduct screening.

Pay and benefits

AUD 100,894 - AUD 114,476 per year, plus superannuation.