Media and Public Affairs Specialist

Full time permanent role, Sydney CBD as a base - Hybrid work model
- **Opportunity to make a difference every day**:

- Contribute to an organisation of influence that advocates for social justice
- **NFP salary packaging benefits - extra $15,900 as a tax free benefit**:

- Work with a well connected, supportive and professional team

At Uniting we believe in taking real steps to make the world a better place. We work to inspire people, enliven communities, and confront injustice. Our focus is always on the people we serve.

As an organisation we are** Bold, Imaginative, Respectful, **and** Compassionate.**

**Role purpose;**

The Media and Public Relations Specialist role is an integral member of the Media and Public Affairs team sitting in the Social Impact and Advocacy directorate.

As the Media and Public Relations Specialist your role is responsible for managing the Media and Public Affairs activities for Uniting and its businesses. You will assist with developing media strategies that provide positive coverage of Uniting and the work that we do as well as build and maintain relationships with business areas, to help identify, plan and program opportunities to tell stories about the work of Uniting and elevate the brand.

You will also be instrumental in protecting and enhancing the reputation of the organisation, through robust and responsive Media management.

**Key responsibilities;**
- Working with the Media Lead to proactively seek out opportunities for media to elevate the Uniting brand, including maintaining a proactive calendar of events and activities
- Assist with the management of Media during crises and issues, including maintaining and managing an issues log and reactive Media holding statement library
- Advising in Media management to support internal clients
- Developing feature articles and editorial material for external; audiences to position Uniting as a thought leader relevant advocacy issues
- Manage, consider, triage and respond to Media requests
- Develop and implement media and public relations support for social justice and advocacy campaigns
- Being flexible with working hours, with out of hours work required

**Qualifications and Experience;**
- Bachelor qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience
- Journalism background or Media experience in a commercial business, in a listed company
- 5 or more years' experience in your field of expertise

**About you and**
- Experience in a Media background, including in-house or agency experience
- Strong experience in crisis and issues management
- Established Media network and relationships
- Experience drafting Media material in all formats
- Have worked with photographers, film makers and multimedia producers to develop proactive Media products for a range of platforms
- Great experience drafting speeches and talking points
- Strong communication and presentation skills. Strong attention to detail
- First class writing skills
- Proven experience implementing and evaluating communication campaigns

**_You are able to;_**
- Demonstrate passion, enthusiasm and genuine commitment to various causes, programs and our workforce diversity
- Use your excellent written, verbal communication skills and storytelling.
- Be able to utilise your knowledge of media monitoring platforms and leverage existing media relationships

**Even better if you have;**
- Experience in implementing Media programs for public communication and social justice campaigns
- Highly developed social media experience
- Understanding of marketing (digital and traditional)

**_The benefits_**

You will be part of a fun and friendly supportive team, feel valued and work in a fast-paced environment for a progressive organisation. Uniting is in a phase of growth and transformation; the latter may lead to an opportunity to grow with us **_Flexible working arrangements are available_**
- NFP salary packaging ($15,900 as a tax-free benefit)
- Genuine flexibility in working hours and the opportunity to work regularly from home
- Supportive, collaborative, passionate and connected team environment
- Ongoing Professional development
- Employee discounts and benefits
- Career development opportunities
- Wellbeing programs
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave

For a comprehensive overview of this great role please click on the link below to view the position description.

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Uniting actively contributes to a safe and supportive working environment that is inclusive of all staff through celebrating their nationality, cultural background, LGBTI status, abilities, gender, age, and uniqueness.

**_ At Uniting we believe vaccination to be the best way to keep our employees and clients safe from COVID-19. _**

**_COVID-19 and flu vaccination strongly encouraged but not mandatory_