Media and Communications Officer

2 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Full time

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) seeks highly skilled media officers, digital content producers, and strategic communications specialists to amplify Australia's influence and shape the region's future.

As a key spokesperson for the portfolio, media officers work in consultation with divisions across the department, overseas posts, and State and Territory offices to lead DFAT's engagement with the media.

Strategic communications and social media officers develop and implement communications strategies for foreign, trade, and development policy, as well as consular priorities.

Digital content producers manage the production of content such as photographs, video, animation, livestream event coverage, and social media reels, covering key departmental, media, and public events.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide specialist media advice and coordinate responses to media enquiries

* Facilitate media background briefings and prepare and review media products

* Support DFAT's response to international crises and provide media support for domestic and overseas Ministerial visits

* Develop and implement communications strategies for foreign, trade, and development policy

* Manage the production of digital content and cover key departmental and media events

Requirements

* Existing ongoing APS employees or those with current security clearances

* Ability to engage at all levels across the department and with other agencies and foreign ministries

* Strong communications and policy skills, with a mix of experience in both areas

What to Expect

* A dynamic and challenging role in a fast-paced environment

* Opportunities for professional growth and development

* A collaborative and supportive team environment



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