Senior Public Affairs Officer

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Cairns, Queensland, Australia Cairns Regional Council Full time

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Salary Range: $86, $90,545.27 per annum

Position Type: Full Time Permanent

Location: Council Chambers, 119 – 145 Spence Street, Cairns

Application Close Date: Sunday, 1 June 2025 at 11.30pm AEST

Do you have a passion for social media communications and public relations?

Are you excited about shaping how Council connects with the community and stakeholders?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Public Affairs Officer to join our Strategic Communications & Engagement team

What You Will Do:

As a Senior Public Affairs Officer, you will contribute to public affairs activities and help shape the strategies that maintain and enhance Council's position with the community and stakeholders. From managing traditional and social media content and engagement to monitoring community sentiment, your work will contribute to improving the connection between Council and the community.

What We Are Looking For:

  • Tertiary qualifications in the disciplines of journalism, communications, public relations or similar field along with experience in a similar role.
  • Demonstrated communications capability and the ability to translate complex information into publicly accessible content.
  • Good knowledge of public affairs, media communications and stakeholder engagement disciplines.
  • Understanding of the local government context and working environment.
  • Strong working knowledge of social media and digital platforms.
  • Understanding of managing media releases and responses.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including content development capabilities.
  • Ability to relate well to the public, elected members, media, management and staff.

If you are a proactive, strategic communicator with a keen interest in public affairs, media relations, and community engagement, we would love to hear from you

Some benefits we offer:

  • Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
  • Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
  • Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
  • Up to 3 weeks personal leave
  • Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions
  • Salary sacrifice opportunities
  • Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
  • Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

We are committed to:

  • Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
  • Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
  • Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council's Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone:

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council

Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionPublic Relations and Writing/Editing
  • IndustriesGovernment Administration and Public Relations and Communications Services

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