VicRoads RLS, founded in August 2022 by a consortium of Aware Super, Australian Retirement Trust, Macquarie Asset Management, and the Victorian State Government, operates under a long term concession deed issued by the State Government. This strategic 40-year partnership is transforming VicRoads RLS into a more commercial, customer-centric, product led and digitally advanced organisation. Our purpose to ‘make services seamless and support safer networks for our communities’ drives our commitment to ensuring our customers get what they need, when they need it.
Our organisational values steer our actions, decisions and behaviours as we progress on our path of transformation.
We work collaboratively with the Victorian State Government to ensure we fulfil regulatory requirements, deliver State projects and safeguard customer data. The Victorian State Government retains sole responsibility for road access, infrastructure and safety
- Annual Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
- Employment Type: Fulltime, ongoing
- Usual Work Location: 180 Lonsdale Street/work from home (flexible arrangement)
About the opportunity
Reporting to the Head of Corporate Affairs, the Corporate Communications Manager will focus on enhancing and protecting reputation while supporting the delivery of strategic business objectives. The Manager is charged with developing a high-performing team that delivers a broad program of work across media, crisis management, executive and internal communications. The Manager will lead day-to-day proactive and reactive media management planning and execution, and act as a spokesperson when required.
A key member of the Corporate Affairs team, the Corporate Communications Manager consistently models a collaborative, curious and proactive approach to their work. The Manager contributes to the team’s growing reputation as trusted, respected and sought-after advisors, both within the business and across key external stakeholder groups.
The Manager will lead the development of cross-functional partnerships, guiding delivery of a best-practice corporate communications model to deliver effective issues management, as well as a strategic mix of proactive commercial campaigns and reputation-focused initiatives.
About you
The skills and experience required in the position include, but are not limited to the following:
- Minimum 10 years of experience in a senior communications role, ideally in a corporate and/or similarly fast-paced and complex environment.
- Proven ability to lead and deliver effective internal and external communications strategies.
- Strong experience in managing proactive and reactive media programs including spokesperson development and crisis response.
- Expertise in building and mentoring a high-performing communications team.
- Ability to provide strategic advice on communication risks and opportunities.
- Experience in managing complex stakeholder relationships and external engagements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience as a corporate spokesperson.
Culture:
To attract, retain and develop talented people, we provide genuine flexibility, a culture that supports people to be their best and on top of that - great opportunities for career development. We embrace diversity and inclusion and are proud our workforce reflects the community we serve.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Supportive, diverse, and inclusive work environment
- Opportunities for professional and personal development
- Flexible working arrangements and family friendly practices
How to Apply
Please submit your application via the “Apply” button. Applications should include a resume and a brief covering letter.
For a copy of the Position Description please email [email protected]
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Please note: This position requires the successful employee to provide evidence of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or medical evidence which confirms the individual is unable to receive a dose, or a further dose, of a COVID-19 vaccine due to a medical contraindication or an acute medical illness.
Failure to comply with this condition of employment may impact your eligibility for employment in this position with Vic Roads. VicRoads is required to evidence your right to work in Australia and may ask for your consent to check records maintained by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection as well as records maintained by Victoria Police and VicRoads as part of the selection process. Information provided to VicRoads will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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