Senior Adviser, stakeholder engagement and public relations

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1 Senior Adviser, stakeholder engagement and public relations Position Description Position overview The Senior Adviser, stakeholder engagement and public relations in the newly established Respect Victoria, is responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating integrated, engaging communication strategies in line with the agency s mandate, including the development and implementation of effective stakeholder engagement and public relations strategies, campaigns and initiatives. Working with internal stakeholders including the Board and CEO, external stakeholders and reporting to the Manager, Communications and Engagement, this role will be responsible for leading and coordinating effecting stakeholder engagement, management and public relations strategies and initiatives. This includes establishing innovative and nimble stakeholder engagement an management systems and processes, as well as the production and distribution of communications and collateral and events for a range of audiences, projects and purposes. You will work closely with the Research and Evaluation team at Respect Victoria, to ensure interventions are evidence based and effective in driving long-term cultural change. Are you A strong communications professional with a proven record of achievement in the establishment of effective stakeholder engagement and public relations strategies, systems and activities? A strong communicator (written and verbal) able to independently develop and drive production and distribution of comunications and collateral for management, executive and Board approval.? A strategic individual with a commitment to making a difference, and working to develop appropriate engagement structures and systems to achieve key agency functions in communications? Classification and salary ranges VPS 5 (salary as per the VPS Enterprise Agreement 2016 schedule B < Work location Position number Employment type Melbourne CBD RSVace1118 Fixed Term: 3 years Full-time Position reports to Further information Manager, Communications and Engagement, Respect Victoria Jacinda Davies or Tara English at Fisher Leadership, Ph: Closing date Sunday 11:59pm, 25 November 2018 Interviews Shortlisted applicants to note that interviews are expected to be held from 28/11/2018 to 7/12/2018. Your availability during this period is appreciated.

2 Respect Victoria's Vision Our vision is for a Victoria free from violence, where all Victorians are equal, empowered and respected, at home and everywhere. Organisational environment Respect Victoria Respect Victoria is a new organisation, established as a Statutory Authority under the Prevention of Family Violence Act 2018 (the Act) on 4 October Respect Victoria, by its establishment fulfils Recommendation 188 of the Royal Commission into Family Violence. Respect Victoria will deliver on the commitments legislated in the Act and the objectives outlined in Free from Violence: Victoria s strategy to prevent family violence and all forms of violence against women. Respect Victoria is governed and lead by a skills-based Board and CEO. Respect Victoria is focused on the prevention of all forms of family violence for all Victorians. No matter their, gender, age, sexuality or cultural background. Prevention means stopping violence before it starts, by changing the culture that allows it to happen. Respect Victoria provides leadership in the prevention of all forms of family violence and violence against women, through advice on policy and program reform to improve the way Government, organisations and the community prevent family violence. This includes setting standards, building and testing outcomes, advising government on the suitability of funding, and communicating, raising awareness, and engaging with the community on family violence prevention. Respect Victoria s key functions, as outlined in the Act are to: Provide advice to the Minister for the Prevention of Family Violence to assist in policy and decision making, and the suitability of funding for family violence prevention programs Monitor, assess and endorse programs carried out by organisations, and support organisations with advice, information and support Promote awareness in the community of programs,activities and campaigns, including behavioural change campaigns and Victoria against Violence campaign Undertake, procure, and disseminate research Report on trends in family violence prevention. More information about Respect Victoria is available at Communications and Engagement Function The key responsibilities of the Communication and Engagement Function include the establishment and delivery of critical whole of state and targeted communications, campaigns and engagement focused on the prevention of family violence and violence against women. This includes strategic internal and external communications and marketing, brand management, public relations, media and social media engagement, community awareness and behaviour change campaigns, publications, strategic stakeholder engagement and events. The Communications and Engagement team works closely with the Research and Evaluation team to ensure the effective alignment of research initiatives and application of evidence-based research outcomes in all communications initiatives in order to address the drivers of family violence and all forms of violence against women, and effect long term social change based on other successful social change and prevention efforts. Accountabilities Develop and lead strategies that build Respect Victoria s stakeholder and public relations engagement, and that support and drive delivery of Respect Victoria s organisational and strategic objectives. Position description - Senior Adviser, stakeholder engagement and public relations 2

3 Build the communications, media, public relations and advertising opportunities to establish and promote the brand and work of Respect Victoria, in line with stakeholder engagement strategies and priorities of the Board and executive. Build and develop appropriate long-term planning and alignment of communications policy and strategy with key performance indicators and outcomes in relation to the prevention of family violence and violence against women, including evaluating and assessing measures, reporting on interventions and engagement, and building and adapting innovative approaches over time. Maintain an understanding of issues impacting critical engagement activity that enhances service delivery, budget effectiveness, efficiency and improved client outcomes, and provide timely expert advice and develop open and effective communications, media and public relations strategies including collection of highly complex, contentious or sensitive information on matters of staff or business. Assist with the development, management and delivery of a range of stakeholder relationship activities, and build and forge strong connections with external stakeholders to facilitate a partnership approach to developing high quality, contemporary and cost-effective outcomes. Work with senior management, executive and Board to set and achieve key performance indicators and standards, and synthesise information to formulate clear and agreed communication plans for complex issues and interventions, including a committed focus to diversity and intersectionality. Work flexibly as required to provide overflow and peak period assistance to the broader organisation, taking reasonable care for your own health and safety and for that of others in the workplace by working in accordance with legislative requirements and Respect Victoria s occupational health and safety (OHS) policies and procedures. Keep accurate and complete records of your work activities in accordance with legislative requirements and Respect Victoria s records, information security and privacy policies and requirements. Optimally, you will: Operate within increased level of autonomy and accountability in delivering within broad strategic directions. Provide professional leadership and guidance. Make decisions that establish precedents. Manage stakeholders through effective negotiation and influence. Manage cross-functional delivery of agency policies and services impacted by sensitive and complex issues. Selection criteria Knowledge and skills 1. Influence and negotiation: gains agreement to proposals and ideas; builds behind- the- scenes support for ideas to ensure buy-in and ownership; uses chains of indirect influence to achieve outcomes; involves experts or other third parties to strengthen a case. 2. Written communication: prepares complex briefs, letters, s and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct language; edits written communications to ensure they contain the information necessary to achieve their purpose and meet audience needs; ensures appropriate style and formats are used. 3. Stakeholder frameworks and management: understanding and development of complex stakeholder systems; identifies issues in common for one or more stakeholders and uses to build mutually beneficial partnerships; identifies and responds to stakeholder s underlying needs; uses understanding of the stakeholder s organisational context to ensure outcomes are achieved; find innovative solutions to resolve stakeholder issues. 4. Self-management: invites feedback on own behaviour and impact; uses new knowledge or information about self to build a broader understanding of own behaviour and the impact it has on others; understands strong emotional reactions and seeks ways to more effectively manage them. Position description - Senior Adviser, stakeholder engagement and public relations 3

4 Personal qualities Relationship building: establishes and maintains relationships with people at all levels; promotes harmony and consensus through diplomatic handling of disagreements; forges useful partnerships with people across business areas, functions and organisations; builds trust through consistent actions, values and communication; minimises surprises. Conceptual and analytical ability: deals with concepts and complexity comfortably; uses analytical and conceptual skills to reason through problems; has creative ideas and can project how these can link to innovations. Strategic planning: thinks at the big picture level; entertains wide-ranging possibilities in developing a vision for the future; works across a number of time frames; translates strategic direction into day-to-day activities. Teamwork: cooperates and works well with others in pursuit of team goals, collaborates and shares information, shows consideration, concern and respect for others feelings and ideas, accommodates and works well with the different working styles of others, encourages resolution of conflict within the group. Qualifications A tertiary qualification/s in fields related to management, journalism, media, communications or public relations is highly desirable. Specialist expertise Relevant experience in corporate or government stakeholder relations, communications, media and/or marketing. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in gender equality, diversity and inclusion, primary prevention and/or family violence will be highly regarded. Safety screening All competitive applicants are subject to a satisfactory National Police History Check as part of the recruitment assessment process. Respect Victoria will conduct this check. Applicants who have lived overseas for 12 months or longer during the past 10 years are required to provide the results of an international police check. Applicants should contact the relevant overseas police force to obtain this and submit as part of their application. Details of overseas police agencies are available on the Department of Immigration and Border Protection website ( and search under 'Character and Police Certificate Requirements How do I obtain a police certificate?'. How and where to apply Respect Victoria prefers job applications submitted electronically to best manage administrative and environmental resources. If you are unable to apply online or having difficulties accessing the information online, please phone Jacinda Davies or Tara English at Fisher Leadership on , for assistance. If you wish to be considered for multiple positions, please indicate clearly in your application. Your application should include: 1. A brief covering letter clearly quoting RSVace A complete and current CV. 3. A statement detailing your experience relevant to the position and in line with the Key Selection Criteria outlined above, citing evidence to support your claims. Conditions and benefits People who work for Respect Victoria must comply with the Code of Conduct for Victorian Public Sector Employees 2007 and agree to work according to VPS values of quality, collaborative relationships, responsibility, client focus, professional integrity and respect. Position description - Senior Adviser, stakeholder engagement and public relations 4

5 Employees of Respect Victoria can enjoy a range of generous Victorian Government employment benefits. These include attractive salaries, flexible working and leave arrangements and training and development opportunities. Respect Victoria promotes diversity and equal opportunity in employment. If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicant, or if you have a disability, and require advice and support with the recruitment process, please advise us. To receive this publication in an accessible format phone (03) using the National Relay Service if required, or info@fisherleadership.com Authorised and published by Respect Victoria, 50 Lonsdale Street Melbourne Victoria State of Victoria, Respect Victoria, November Available at Fisher Leadership < Position description - Senior Adviser, stakeholder engagement and public relations 5