Senior Manager, Campaign Communication

Full-time, ongoing role

VPS Grade 6.1 ($134,593 - $157,355, plus superannuation)

A dynamic leadership role in a fast-paced organisation

Why join us

At the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) we are not just about elections, we are about enabling all Victorians to actively participate in their democracy. The VEC conducts state and local council elections and is responsible for promoting public awareness and understanding of electoral issues in the Victorian community. Our goal is to be change ready and responsive to legislative changes and community expectations in a dynamic and complex operating environment.

We provide a values driven workplace culture with a passion for excellence and innovation in the services we provide. We offer a supportive environment that encourages professional development and provide opportunities to broaden your experience though internal working groups and committees across VEC branches.

Apply now to make a meaningful contribution to the democratic process.

What you will be doing
Reporting directly to the Head of Communication, you will be responsible for:

leading the planning, delivery and evaluation of complex, large-scale behaviour change campaigns, including the statewide advertising campaign for the November 2026 state election

managing tenders, contracts and day-to-day relationships with creative and media agencies

working collaboratively across the VEC to deliver multi-channel advertising campaigns

overseeing the VEC’s major reports and publications projects, including the annual report and reports to Parliament

leading a team of 3 direct reports.

What you will bring to the role

Demonstrated experience delivering multi-channel advertising and marketing campaigns

Strong leadership capability and the ability to work with senior internal and external stakeholders

Innovation and a thirst for doing things differently, and better.

How to apply
All applicants must submit:

a current CV

a separate document with responses to Key Selection Criteria (KSC) 6.2, 6.6 and 6.10 (no more than 250 words each), as listed in the position description.

Applications should be lodged online via the Apply Now button (below). The VEC can only accept applications lodged via Victorian Government Careers website.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Friday 9 May 2025.

We highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people to apply. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplaces with the people we employ, and at the ballot box with the people we serve. We aim to create a workplace that is inclusive, equitable, and safe for all. We understand that candidates may need adjustments in the recruitment process and/or workplace. For any questions or request for accommodations, please e-mail [email protected]. Successful applicants will be required to satisfy character clearance requirements, including but not limited to Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and working with children check. In accordance with Section 17A of the Electoral Act 2002, the VEC may ask applicants to disclose specific political activities that could compromise the perceived independence of the organisation. Learn more about disclosing political activities.

VEC contact details
For further information please contact Marie Guerin at 0419 366 889 or [email protected]