Title: Senior Advisor, Media and Content
VIDA is established as an Administrative Office under the Public Administration Act 2004 as a specialist organisation. The Victorian Infrastructure Delivery Authority (VIDA) is responsible for delivering the biggest transport and health infrastructure program in Victorian history. This includes more than 200 projects such as the Metro Tunnel, North East Link, West Gate Tunnel, removing level crossings, new and upgraded hospitals in Footscray, Frankston and Warrnambool, and specialist programs such as the early parenting centres expansion and upgrade program. Led by the Director-General, VIDA is comprised of the four project offices Major Road Projects Victoria, Level Crossing Removal Project, the Metro Tunnel Project and the Victorian Health Building Authority.
About this Opportunity
The Senior Advisor, Media and Content is responsible for leading the development of high-quality, engaging content that tells the stories of VIDA Rail projects in a compelling and accessible way. The role supports project delivery by identifying and developing story opportunities with strong media and digital cut-through, delivering high-profile media outcomes and proactively managing issues.
Operating in a complex and fast-paced environment, the Senior Advisor, Media and Content works closely with the Manager, Media, the broader VIDA Rail media team, project teams and key government stakeholders to ensure communications are timely, accurate and aligned with organisational and government priorities.
What can we offer you?
• An emphasis on work / life balance
• High-performing team environment
• Equal opportunity employer
• Personal & Professional development opportunities
• Committed to safety & wellbeing
• Training & development opportunities
Pre-Employment Checks
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which include national police/qualification (where applicable) checks and misconduct screening.
How to apply
Please include a Cover Letter and CV. We want to know why you want to work for VIDA Services, why you are interested in the role, and how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications are applicable to the role.
Please click here to view the position description.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Alison McClelland, Manager, Media at alison.mcclelland@vida.vic.gov.au.
Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 22 March 2026.
