Title:  Senior Adviser, Engagement and Events

About us
The Victorian Public Sector Commission is a statutory body, headed by a Commissioner. 
Our objectives are to:
• Strengthen the efficiency, effectiveness and capability of the public sector in order to meet existing and emerging needs and deliver high quality services.
• Maintain, and advocate for, public sector professionalism and integrity.
The Commission has a leadership role in modelling and promoting public sector values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights. 

About us
The Victorian Public Sector Commission is a statutory body, headed by a Commissioner. 

Our objectives are to:
• Strengthen the efficiency, effectiveness and capability of the public sector in order to meet existing and emerging needs and deliver high quality services.
• Maintain, and advocate for, public sector professionalism and integrity.
The Commission has a leadership role in modelling and promoting public sector values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights. 

As a Senior Adviser, Engagement and Events, you will lead the development and implementation of integrated communication strategies and tactical plans to support key projects and initiatives. The incumbent is responsible for providing quality advice and support to internal stakeholders regarding effective communications; including content, timing, presentation, and choosing the right medium for the message.

This is a Fixed term, full-time position until 16/03/2029.

What you’ll do

• lead the design and delivery of strategic engagement and communication activities for key cohorts (e.g. VPS graduates and executives) and programs (e.g. annual grads campaign, policy launches, capability development promotion).

• Develop high-quality content, briefs and documentation that supports program objectives
• Build strong, collaborative relationships across VPSC and key stakeholders
• Contribute to an inclusive team culture and mentor junior colleagues

Who we’re looking for

• Strong written communication skills with experience coordinating communications projects and managing competing priorities
• Demonstrated experience in communications and promotion, including stakeholder engagement, messaging, and campaign or program support
• Experience managing and engaging cohorts, networks or groups, particularly through online channels, platforms or digital communications
• Collaborative, proactive team contributor who works effectively with stakeholders to support coordinated communications outcomes
• Understanding of public sector values and integrity.

Experience and qualifications

The following will be highly regarded:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in communications, marketing or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting communications, engagement or promotional campaigns, including development of content and coordination of delivery.

Please find the position description to refer to the key selection criteria.

If this role sounds like you, submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter that outlines why you’re the right person for the job. You do not need to supply individual responses to the key selection criteria.

Who we are

The Victorian Public Sector Commission plays a key role in stewardship of the public sector. It works to strengthen the efficiency, effectiveness and capability of the public sector and maintain, and advocate for, public sector professionalism and integrity. Your contribution will help shape and lead strategic government directions across Victoria.

Why you should join us

• We are proud to offer you the opportunity to work with purpose and make a positive impact on the Victorian community.   
• You’ll collaborate with stakeholders across the Victorian public sector to deliver meaningful work supporting the Victorian Government’s strategic priorities.  

We offer:  

• Flexible and hybrid work
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee assistance program and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive work environment, including workplace adjustments

How to apply

Applications including a cover letter with your resume, outlining your skills, knowledge and qualities that will make you a success within the VPSC are to be submitted online by selecting the ‘Apply Now” button.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Monday 30th March 2026.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Request for reasonable adjustments

The VPSC values the contribution of all employees and fair and equitable treatment of all people is integral to all activities. As such, the VPSC offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities on request. It is our policy to provide adjustments for people with disability, mental illness and/or a health condition and carers of people with disability. To request an adjustment, please follow the process on our policy page.

Other relevant information

A position description is attached. For enquiries, please refer to the contact on the position description.

Employment screening, including criminal history, confirmation of experience and stated qualifications, screening of misconduct, Australian working rights and other relevant checks form part of the candidate suitability evaluation process. Where applicable, this applies to current VPS employees.

How to apply
Apply before the advertised closing date 11:59pm on Monday 30 March 2026. All applications should include:
a resume; and
a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages)

Other relevant information
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing role is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. 
Preferred applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form, a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
 We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.