Initial 12 month opportunity with extension potential Civic based Department Collaborative Communications branch with supportive leadership
Federal Government Department is seeking a talented and creative media professional to undertake media and communication activities to maintain and grow the organisations reputation and respond to reactive enquiries from journalists.
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Media, the key focus of this role will be to support the Media Team to deliver consistent, quality and timely media advice, materials and services.
The media team plays a crucial in assisting ministerial offices, the department's executive, and various policy and program areas in effectively communicating portfolio policies, programs, and outcomes.
As a Senior Media Officer, you will collaborate with internal stakeholders and ministers' offices to, respond effectively to media enquiries, and prepare media materials such as media briefings, releases and talking points. Additionally, you'll engage in various activities, including administrative tasks, to support operational needs. This role requires participation in an after-hours on-call roster, including some weekend work, with an appropriate allowance provided.
This is an initial 12 month non-ongoing role, with S26 transfers a possibility. Flexibility to work from home up to 3 days per week. Canberra Civic location preferred, but potentially open to considering suitability qualified candidates interstate.
Why This Role?
* Make Your Mark: This is your chance to get hands-on and establish yourself as a key player in an evolving media team.
* High-Level Engagement: Work closely with ministerial offices and department executives, influencing media strategy and communication.
* Broad Impact: Touch on all areas of the department, gaining exposure to a wide range of policy issues and stakeholders.
* Refine Your Skills: Use and further develop your superior writing skills in a dynamic environment.
* Flexible Environment: Enjoy the flexibility to manage your work in a fast-paced, evolving department.
Skills and Experience required:
Do you pride yourself on exceptional writing skills and a deep understanding of the media landscape and government environment, with the ability to respond swiftly and effectively to media enquiries?
* Strong written communication skills, and the ability to tailor communication style and language according to the audience
* Proven ability to deliver quality outcomes in a small team, including producing high-quality media releases, speeches, and briefing material.
* Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with ministerial staff, executives, and policy areas.
* An ability to identify and pitch proactive media opportunities to promote our programs and policies
* The maturity and judgment to manage competing priorities and deliver work within deadlines.
* Australian Citizenship and ability to obtain a Baseline security clearance
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Company: Hudson Australia
Date posted: 9th Oct, 2024