Media Communications Specialist

3 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia Australian Government Full time
About the Position

The Australian Government is seeking a highly skilled Media Adviser to provide strategic media and communications advice to the Minister for Social Services. As a key member of the Minister's office, you will play a critical role in promoting the Government's agenda and communicating the Minister's policies and initiatives to the public.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement effective media and communications strategies to support the Minister's policy agenda.
  • Provide high-quality written materials, including media releases, information packages, and speeches, to support the Minister's public-facing engagements.
  • Maintain effective relationships with the Press Gallery and other journalists to ensure the Minister's announcements and policy agenda are well-covered.
  • Build and maintain relationships with other internal and external stakeholders, including key organizations, departments, and parliamentary offices.
  • Monitor news media, press conferences, and social media platforms to ensure the Minister is briefed on emerging matters of public interest.
  • Support the Press Secretary and collaborate with other advisers in the Minister's office on public-facing engagements.
  • Plan and manage media events, including press conferences and media briefings.
Requirements
  • Prior experience working in political or related portfolio media roles, or prior experience working in journalism or media.
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective media and communications strategies.
  • Firm understanding of the Australian media and communications environment, including the Australian parliamentary and political system.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with a range of stakeholders, including journalists, politicians, and other government officials.
  • Demonstrated experience providing advice on complex policy, public affairs, parliamentary, political, and media matters.
  • Experience in planning, organizing, and implementing communication strategies and high-profile media announcements.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize complex priorities under tight deadlines, while exercising high levels of analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated experience working in a high-pressure environment as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated professional integrity, ability to exercise leadership and judgment, and understanding of the need to maintain strict professional confidentiality.
Employment Conditions

The position is offered under the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 and conditions are outlined in the Commonwealth Members of Parliament Staff Enterprise Agreement. The successful applicant will be offered a commencing salary between $101,701 and $150,086, depending on experience and relevant skills. An additional Personal Staff Allowance of $31,702 is payable in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work.

Relocation assistance, studies assistance, and paid study leave may also be available (subject to eligibility requirements). An employer superannuation contribution of 15.4% will be payable. An initial probationary period of three months will apply and may be subject to extension.

The successful applicant may be required to undergo a National Police History Check. Applicants are required to obtain and maintain security clearance at Negative Vetting Level 2 and comply with the Ministerial Staff Code of Conduct.

Applications should be forwarded to [insert email address] and include a resume with the contact details of two referees, and a cover letter (2 pages maximum) outlining your experience and skills.

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