Media and Communications Officer

7 days ago


Melbourne City Centre, Australia State Library of Victoria Full time

Fixed term, 6 months' opportunity (hybrid arrangement possible).
- Work in one of Melbourne's most recognisable landmarks.
- Employee benefits include a 10% discount at Readings bookstore.

**About the Library**

State Library Victoria is Australia's oldest public library, and one of the first free public libraries in the world.

We believe in the power of knowledge to change lives. Free to access and open to all, the Library enriches the cultural, educational, social and economic lives of all Victorians.

State Library Victoria preserves and shares the stories of Victoria and the world, and is a major destination for stimulating cultural experiences, contemporary debates, and community-driven collecting. We encourage learning, exploration, imagination, and creativity, opening up possibilities for all Victorians.

**About the Opportunity**

The Media and Communications Officer is a key contributor to the Brand and Audience Development team at State Library Victoria, supporting the delivery of dynamic communication initiatives that highlight the Library's programs, services, and achievements.

In this role you will assist with creating and distributing engaging content, implementing communication plans, collaborating with stakeholders, and maintaining essential administrative processes.

Your day-to-day activities include media monitoring, drafting media and communications materials, managing schedules, tracking campaign activities, and ensuring all outputs align with the Library's brand and strategic goals. As Media and Communications Officer, you'll play an integral role in enhancing audience engagement, driving awareness of the Library's impact and maintaining its reputation as a trusted and innovative institution**.**

**About You**

In addition, you will have:

- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline required (e.g. communications, public relations, marketing, professional writing) or equivalent work experience.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing communications to create demand, engagement, and awareness, preferably in a marketing, media or corporate communications role.
- Demonstrated experience producing high-quality written communication to deliver key messages for a variety of outputs.
- A successful track record in production and timely delivery of projects and assets in a similar environment.
- A proven track record of success in establishing and maintaining outstanding relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including developing and maintaining strong media relationships.
- A strong track record of managing administrative responsibilities, including campaign tracking, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring the completion of tasks within designated timeframes.

**State Library Victoria is a child-safe organisation. A valid Working with Children Check will be required before commencing.**

State Library Victoria promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from cultural and linguistical diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+, D/deaf, disabled, neurodivergent people and people of all ages and abilities to apply.

**How to apply**
- Resume
- Cover letter (maximum 3 pages) summarising how you meet the key selection criteria in the Position Description and the About You section of the advertisement.

**Enquiries**

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**Reasonable Adjustments**

If you are unable to make this deadline due to unforeseen personal circumstances, please get in contact to obtain a short extension to the deadline.

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