Public Skills Australia (PSA) is appointed by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) as one of 10 Jobs and Skills Councils. Public Skills Australia works with employer and employee representatives (career and volunteer) from the Public Safety and Government industry-sectors – Police, Fire and Emergency Services, Correctional Services, Defence, Federal, State/Territory, and Local Government – and provides the following services in support of industry:

• • development and consultation of workforce planning and training products that meet industry and policy needs;
• • implementation, promotion and monitoring of strategies that drive improvement of training delivery and monitor resulting impacts; and
• • stewardship of intelligence relating to workforce challenges and skill needs.

About the position

The Communication Officer, Content- Content is accountable to the Manager VET Projects and Communications and works closely with teams across Public Skills Australia. The position is responsible for a range of communication activities, including content development, the drafting of communications and updating content for the Public Skills Australia website and on social media platforms. The Communication Officer, Content will be required to work closely with and may on occasion be requested to undertake duties generally associated with the Communications Officer, Content.

The Communication Officer, Content will develop high quality content in consultation with other staff to promote the positive image of Public Skills Australia and its Business Plan. Although this position reports to the Manager VET Projects and Communications, they are required to work across the company with other teams to enable promotion of their work. The position will work in a small high performing team that will see them collaborating with their team members and supporting them when required.

The position will be required to promote and support the vision of the Board, the outcomes of the Vocational Education and Training (VET) Reform program and ensure robust compliance, good governance, fiscal responsibility and adherence to federal requirements. The position is required to build and maintain strong relationships with all staff within the company.

How to apply:

Application should include a CV/Resume of no more than 4 pages and a Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages. The Cover Letter should not repeat information contained in the CV but should specifically address the ‘essential’ Key Selection Criteria.

• Download position description.

Any queries should be directed to the HR and Recruitment Officer at careers@publicskillsaustralia.org.au

Applications close at midnight, Sunday 30 November 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We encourage you to submit your application prior to the closing date, because Public Skills Australia reserves the right to close advertisements early upon receiving sufficient applications.

Location

This position is based at the company’s office within the Melbourne Central Business District (CBD). The candidate will be required to attend the Melbourne office as necessitated by business and deliverable requirements. PSA supports flexible working arrangements, with a focus on balancing staff needs with work requirements.

About the company

Public Skills Australia (PSA) is appointed by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) as one of 10 Jobs and Skills Councils. Public Skills Australia works with employer and employee representatives (career and volunteer) from the Public Safety and Government industry-sectors – Police, Fire and Emergency Services, Correctional Services, Defence, Federal, State/Territory, and Local Government – and provides the following services in support of industry:

• Development and consultation of workforce planning and training products that meet industry and policy needs.
• Implementation, promotion and monitoring of strategies that drive improvement of training delivery and monitor resulting impacts.
• Stewardship of intelligence relating to workforce challenges and skill needs.

About the position

The Manager VET Projects and Communications is accountable to the Director Training Products and Quality. This position forms part of the leadership of the company, and will work with the Office of the CEO, other managers and directors, members of the company, Board Directors, the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, NCVER, STAs and the Assurance Body for Training Products.

The Manager VET Projects and Communications leads the company’s Implementation, Promotion and Monitoring function, oversees all corporate communications and supports the Training Products team in monitoring, implementing and promoting training packages with Registered Training Organisations. This position is accountable for the end-to-end delivery of projects within the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector, including tracking activities, milestones and managing budgets and associated risks as well as subcontractor management, contract and procurement activities.

The Manager VET Projects and Communications will lead a small team and will build the reputation of the company as a trusted partner. The position will be required to promote and support the vision of the Board, the outcomes of the Vocational Education and Training (VET) Reform program and ensure robust compliance, good governance, fiscal responsibility and adherence to federal requirements. The position is required to build and maintain strong relationships with all staff within the company.

Responsibilities

In partnership with internal stakeholders and external service providers, with the intent of ensuring compliance with relevant legislative, grant and company compliance obligations, the Manager will:

• Lead, plan, manage and monitor VET projects and activity submissions related to the promotion, use and implementation of training packages, including managing risks, budgets and human resources.
• Lead coordinated efforts to promote, implement, and expand adoption of training products by building stakeholder awareness, supporting effective rollout, and boosting engagement and utilisation.
• Promote finalised VET deliverables through engaging, sector-aligned formats that resonate with Public Safety and Government audiences.
• Promote career pathways that demonstrate entry and exit pathways through the development of materials.
• Lead communications for the company including PR and marketing, branding and content development.
• Deliver quality work on time, in line with governance and consultation processes and to the required standard.
• Support and demonstrate the organisational values and the direction and vision of the Board, members, DEWR and Executive.
• Any other reasonable duties as may be required.

Key selection criteria

Essential

• Qualification(s) and/or equivalent experience/training relevant to the responsibilities of the position.
• An understanding of the implementation of Training Packages and the VET environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing complex projects, budgets and teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in the current VET Reform agenda of the federal government and an understanding of the grant functions and work to be promoted of Jobs and Skills Councils.
• Strong relationship building skills with a solid reputation within Public Safety and Government.
• Demonstrated experience in reporting and working with executive level stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and responsive to changing priorities.

How to apply:

Your application should include a CV/Resume of no more than 4 pages and a Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages. The Cover Letter should not repeat information contained in the CV but specifically address the ‘essential’ Key Selection Criteria.

Any queries should be directed to the HR and Recruitment Officer at careers@publicskillsaustralia.org.au

Applications close at midnight, Sunday 23 November 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We encourage you to submit your application prior to the closing date, because Public Skills Australia reserves the right to close advertisements early upon receiving sufficient applications