Communications & Engagement Lead (VTIF), Southwest
Core
Lead strategic communications and community engagement to support Victoria's Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) planning and delivery, connecting renewable energy at scale for a sustainable electricity grid.
Role type
Senior IC communications and engagement lead (infrastructure transition)
Builds
Transparent, inclusive engagement strategies and communications for REZ projects and transmission development
Domain
Energy sector + public policy + infrastructure planning
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Strategic communications, community engagement, stakeholder relationship management, team leadership, policy understanding, First Peoples engagement, risk management, public participation frameworks (IAP2)
Preferred skills
Tertiary qualifications in stakeholder engagement/media/PR, IAP2 Spectrum certification, experience with Community Energy Fund
Technologies
IAP2 Spectrum of Public Participation
Responsibilities
Lead strategic communications and community engagement for REZ development; Manage and develop a high-performing regional engagement team; Build relationships with communities, stakeholders, and Traditional Owners; Partner with project teams to support regional readiness; Oversee development of communications materials about energy transition.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
