Manager, Strategic Programs and Engagement

Building and Plumbing Commission; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Building and Plumbing Commission in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Manager to lead strategic communications and engagement programs. You will translate technical regulatory material into clear messages, educating practitioners and supporting regulatory compliance and readiness for change.

You will develop an evidence-based communications strategy, drawing on regulatory priorities, practitioner insights and research to identify information needs and opportunities for impact.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing and evaluating strategic communications programs in a complex organisation.
• Strong ability to interpret regulatory information and translate it into clear communications for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of strategic communications programs.
• Translate complex regulatory information into practical communications for practitioner education and compliance.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and multidisciplinary teams to align objectives with communications activity.

Skills

Strategic communications planning

Audience analysis

Regulatory communications

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Manager, Strategic Programs and Engagement

Building and Plumbing Commission - Melbourne VIC

The Senior Manager, Strategic Programs and Engagement will lead the development and delivery of strategic communications programs that help building and plumbing practitioners understand and meet their regulatory obligations.
Working closely with the Office of the State Building Surveyor (OSBS), the role will translate complex technical and regulatory information into clear, practical and accessible communications that support practitioner education, regulatory compliance and industry readiness for change.

This position will lead the development and execution of an evidence based practitioner communications strategy, using research, regulatory priorities and practitioner insights to identify information needs and opportunities to improve understanding.

What we are looking for:

• Specialist Expertise: Demonstrated experience developing, implementing and evaluating strategic communications programs in a complex organisation, with a strong understanding of audience needs, communications planning and effective channel selection.
• Specialist Expertise: Highly developed ability to interpret complex technical, regulatory or policy information and translate it into clear, practical and accessible communications for diverse audiences while maintaining accuracy.
• Proven ability to develop strategic plans, identify priorities, anticipate emerging issues and translate organisational objectives into coordinated and measurable communications programs.
• Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with senior leaders, subject matter experts and multidisciplinary teams, influencing decisions and driving outcomes.
• Ability to work collaboratively.

About the BPC

BPC is Victoria's regulator for building and plumbing.

It supports the growing Victorian community through the developments of harms-based regulation that is proactive and informed by data and intelligence. The BPC regulates for better consumer outcomes and is committed to safety, compliance and buildings that last.

The BPC's aim is to improve the experience for consumers in the building system by overseeing all aspects of building quality control - regulation, insurance and dispute resolution. The BPC aspires to be a leading and trusted regulator, emphasising consumer outcomes, clear communication with practitioners, efficient processes, and a commitment to public interest

The BPC brings key regulatory, dispute resolution, and insurance functions related to the building and plumbing industry together under one roof, streamlining the process for consumers and industry, and enabling the regulator to have oversight of all complaints so they can be handled more effectively and efficiently.

Commitment to Diversity

We celebrate the diversity of our workforce.

The BPC values the benefits all our differences make and takes inclusion seriously.

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; Women, including into leadership and non-traditional areas; Neurodivergent people, People with Disability; Culturally and Linguistically Diverse/Marginalised people; Sexually and Gender Diverse people and from people at all stages of their careers.

In short, we welcome people from all backgrounds and communities.

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible. If you have any accessibility requirements or need adjustments, please contact us at *******@bpc.vic.gov.au.

Flexible work arrangements are available we encourage you to discuss any preferences during the recruitment process.

Candidates deemed suitable from a selection process may be considered for identical or similar vacancies within 6 months.

The BPC operates within the Victorian Public Sector; employment conditions are governed by the Victorian Building Authority Enterprise Agreement 2024. As such Recognition of Prior Service from other VPS agencies should be discussed with the hiring manager as part of the recruitment process.