Communications Specialist

About this role

Workplace Injury Commission (WIC)

Melbourne
 

$117,402 per annum (plus super) + excellent mentoring and support

 

• Enjoy rewarding work, a respectful culture, and the support you need to thrive
• Competitive remuneration, flexibility incl hybrid WFH option, and incredible benefits
• Play a key role supporting WIC as we help injured Victorians find a way forward

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The impact you'll have:

At the Workplace Injury Commission (WIC), we've helped thousands of injured workers and employers to resolve their disputes and move forward with their lives. We're a robust Victorian Government statutory authority that's making an impact.

Due to recent movements and continuing in an exciting chapter of growth, we need you to join us as a Communications Specialist. As part of our Strategy & Experience team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the development and delivery of WIC's communications activities and plans. Harnessing your expertise, you will produce high quality written content for internal and external communications platforms and audiences.

Additionally, you will manage the development of communications content, establish quality standards and controls to meet deadlines and provide expertise on projects delivering service improvements for our clients and stakeholders.

You will support the Workplace Injury Commission to achieve its vision of delivering service excellence in alternative dispute resolution.

 

Who we're looking for:

To succeed in this role, along with your inherent enjoyment of working with people and natural flair for storytelling, you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Communications, Public Relations or a related discipline.
• You will possess a track record of providing proactive and professional communications support, advice and guidance in a similar role (preferably government)
• Demonstrated experience creating, developing and executing communications plans with clear objectives and deliverables, working to tight deadlines.

• Highly developed writing and editing skills, coupled with the ability to apply inclusive language, write in a range of voices, tones and across multiple media channels to reach target audiences.

• Demonstrated experience creating, managing and updating information for intranet and external website platforms.

• High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).

• Proficient with modern digital design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva.

 

For further information, please refer to our position description which you can access here on our careers site.

 

Resolution matters. And so do you.

We're a stable, purpose-driven organisation that offers you meaningful work, a welcoming and vibrant team culture, and a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive remuneration, plus generous allowances and reimbursements for study, wellbeing and home-office working.
• More leave when you need it most - flexible leave arrangements tailored to you.
• Access to our 24/7 holistic mental health and wellbeing program for you and your family.
• A progressive and supportive work environment with experienced leaders who are invested in you.

Here are some of the things we hope you'll love about working with us:

 

• Help Victorians find a way forward

As a Communications Specialist, you'll play a vital role in supporting WIC to help injured workers and employers overcome some of the most challenging times of their lives.

• Find support and relationships that count

Respect is a key value here. We trust and empower you to be your best self, at work and home.

• Respect today, shape tomorrow

Bring your diverse thinking and help make us even better.

• Be rewarded for your contribution

We offer you real professional development opportunities plus a wide range of rewards and benefits to help you thrive.

 

Visit our careers site to find out more and read the stories of our incredible people.

 

Want to help us shape a brighter future? Join us.

Take your career to the next level with the Workplace Injury Commission. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter via the link by midnight, Sunday 5^th May 2025.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed throughout the application period, and interviews may commence before the application period expires.

 

WIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the diversity of its people. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact us via email careers@wic.vic.gov.au

Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. You will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process. Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their COVID-19 vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencing employment.