Senior Campaign Advisor

Description:

An exciting and unique opportunity exists for a talented and passionate individual to join the Strategic Communications, Engagement and Protocol branch (SCEP) as Senior Campaign Advisor at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.
The Strategic Communication, Engagement and Protocol (SCEP) branch provides specialist communication and protocol advice and support to DPC and the Premier's Private Office.
The Senior Campaign Adviser is responsible for providing high-quality and effective marketing and communication advice in support of the delivery of key priority government campaigns. This includes the development and the delivery of marketing campaigns and assisting the Senior Campaign Manager.
This also includes issues and risk management, media and stakeholder engagement services and advice to senior stakeholders and portfolio-aligned teams within DPC.
About you
As our ideal candidate, you will bring:
* Well-developed specialist skills to develop and coordinate multiple marketing and campaign projects, incorporating relevant research and analysis to achieve desired business outcomes.
* Ability to think strategically and conceptually to address complex challenges and develop marketing strategies and solutions to address them.
* Demonstrated flair and creativity in a wide range of marketing activities and the ability to think beyond traditional strategies for communication.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including in writing, editing and producing high-quality briefs, proposals and marketing materials.
* Project management and other expertise associated with the implementation of marketing projects and programs including budgeting and logistics, media planning and buying and supplier liaison.
* Ability to work in a complex, sensitive and demanding environment, with a high degree of responsibility and resilience to meet urgent deadlines and changing priorities.
Current VPS employees are strongly encouraged to apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) platform.
The closing date for this position is Monday, 10 March 2025.
How to apply
Apply before the advertised closing date. All applications should include:
* a resume; and
* a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages).
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DPC has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent form. Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check.
DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.