Manager, Marketing

About Us 

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace. 

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.   

About the role 

This is a Fixed Term Position until 30 November 2027

The Manager, Marketing – Growth and Partnerships leads the development and delivery of marketing strategies that influence transport behaviours and attitudes. The role identifies target audiences, develops engaging campaigns and education initiatives, and builds partnerships to increase public awareness and transport use.

Key responsibilities include leading and supporting the team, overseeing marketing campaigns and partnership programs, managing budgets and planning, and ensuring effective governance. The role also builds strong relationships with internal teams, transport operators and external stakeholders to deliver successful marketing initiatives that engage communities and support departmental priorities.

What we’re looking for 

You’re someone who: 

• Leads and develops teams through effective workforce planning, capability building and resource allocation to achieve organisational goals.
• Builds a collaborative culture, encouraging knowledge sharing and working across teams to deliver shared outcomes.
• Translates strategic priorities into clear plans and projects, establishing governance, responsibilities and measures of success.
• Thinks strategically and systemically, considering internal and external factors to identify opportunities and guide future direction.
• Builds trusted partnerships and fosters co-creation, bringing stakeholders together, navigating differing views and delivering outcomes.

Click here to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• A Tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in marketing, public relations or a related field. (Mandatory)
• 10+ years’ experience in delivering campaigns, partnerships or integrated marketing roles. (Mandatory)
• Previous experience in marketing, communications, partnerships and project management particularly within a government or Transport setting.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions  

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required. 

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position. 

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.  

How to apply 

Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application. 

Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday, 3rd November 2026. 

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions. 

For further information about the role, please contact Kristina Avtarovski, Marketing Manager, at Kristina.avtarovski@transport.vic.gov.au.  

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy

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