Communications and Stakeholder Lead (Hume Loddon Mallee) …, Bendigo

Overview Work Type: Fixed-term
- Part-time Salary: $116,413
- $140,849 Grade: VPS 5 Occupation: Communications, marketing and media Location: Loddon Mallee
- Greater Bendigo Reference: 10813 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 role is a fixed term job share position until 20 April 2027. The role is 3 days a week. The Communications and Engagement Lead provides strategic advice and leads the development and delivery of communications and engagement plans for transport planning, policy, and road operations across the Loddon Mallee and Hume regions. The role requires solid communication skills, stakeholder engagement capability, risk awareness, and the ability to work independently in complex environments. The role leads strategic communications and engagement activities, identifying opportunities and managing reputational risks across projects. It builds strong stakeholder relationships, develops engagement strategies and communication plans, and delivers clear collateral within required timeframes. The position requires strong analysis, collaboration across teams, and alignment of communications with broader organisational objectives. What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’re someone who:
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to consider broader business context and deliver practical, outcome-focused solutions.
- Customer-focused approach, tailoring services to stakeholder needs while effectively managing service delivery risks.
- Proven stakeholder management skills, building collaborative relationships and responding to underlying needs to achieve shared outcomes.
- Excellent communication skills, providing clear, influential advice and tailoring messaging for different audiences.
- Strong project delivery capability, translating strategies into structured programs with effective governance, alongside flexibility to adapt to changing priorities. Click here to access the Position Description. Qualifications and experience

You’ll bring:
- Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in communications, engagement or a similar discipline (mandatory).
- Experience in planning and delivering communications and engagement programs in a public sector, major project, transport or infrastructure (desirable). 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

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 14 June 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 Racheal Willett, Manager Communications and Stakeholder at

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

Important Information

If you require any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact us. We're here to support you. Applications close Sunday 14 June 2026 at 11.59pm Posted 29 May 2026 Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r5rd9