Communications Adviser

About Us

The Victorian Ombudsman (VO) provides a free, independent, accessible and impartial service to the public. Our purpose is to ensure fairness for the public in their dealings with the Victorian public sector, to improve public administration, and engage within both public organisations, the government sector and the broader community. The Ombudsman Act 1973 (Vic) is the governing legislation.

 

The VO’s role is to ensure that the services of state and local government, and other public organisations are delivered in a fair and reasonable manner that is compatible with the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 (Vic) and that human rights have been taken into consideration in decision making.

 

About this role

The Prevention Division plays a lead role in the VO’s work to prevent unfairness and harm. Through engaging with the community and public sector, we raise awareness, strengthen capability and build the VO’s profile. The division includes the VO’s public policy and intelligence functions and leads education and communication activities as well as stakeholder engagement to inform and educate the public sector and community. The division aims to maximise the VO’s impact, build trust and drive meaningful, positive change.

 

As a member of the Strategic Communications team, the Communications Adviser is responsible for providing administrative and communications support for a range of activities and programs delivered by the team. In addition, the role helps coordinate key communication activities – including campaigns, educational products and internal communications including e-newsletters, videos, infographics and social media.

 

Please review the position description for full details.

 

How to apply:

 

Applications need to be submitted online via the ‘Apply Now' button.

 

To be considered for this role, you must include:

• a 1-page Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria.
• a Resume, no longer than 5 pages.

 

Applications close midnight Thursday 19 November 2026.

 

VO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible and safe work environment. We want to ensure all applicants and employees with disability are treated respectfully and equitably in all stages of the recruitment process.

 

We encourage job applications from people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, LGBTIQ and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

 

VO is committed to supporting our employees work and life balance commitments. All requests for flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements.

 

Employment at the Victorian Ombudsman is subject to:

• Criminal Record check
• Working with Children check
• Statutory Declaration
• Confidentiality Agreement
• Conflict of Interest check