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Media Manager

2 weeks ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia NT Police Force Full time $128,551 - $143,611 per year

Job description

Agency NT Police Force Work unit Media and Corporate Communications

Job title Media Manager Designation Senior Administrative Officer 1

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $128,551 - $143,611 Location Darwin

Position number 36511 RTF Closing 23/09/2025

Contact officer Mark Wilton, Executive Director on or

About the agency

Apply online

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY

QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability

by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact

officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the OCPE

website.

Primary objective

The Media Manager position is a crucial and senior role within the Media team. This role involves working in a fast-paced, high-pressure

environment, and requires an ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively as well as an ability to provide leadership and mentoring to

junior staff. The Media Manager will report directly to the Executive Director.

Key duties and responsibilities

To be successful in the role the ideal candidate will be someone with demonstrated experience in media issues and management.

Media Relations:

• Provide sound media and communications advice to senior managers and executives, including preparing and briefing key spokespersons for

media interviews.

  • Coordinate press conferences, media briefings, media inquiries and interviews for key stakeholders within the organisation.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with local, national, and international media outlets.
  • Form part of a 24-hour on-call roster to ensure media enquiries are addressed in an effective and timely manner.

Crisis Communications:

• Develop comprehensive crisis communication plans and protocols to effectively manage and mitigate reputational risks during emergencies

or critical incidents.

  • Provide accurate and timely information to the media and the public during crisis situations.
  • Monitor media coverage and social media channels to identify and address any misinformation or rumours related to the organisation's

activities.

Content Creation and Management:

• Create compelling written and visual content, including press releases, news articles, social media posts, and multimedia materials.

  • Oversee the organisation's media presence and ensure consistent messaging across all platforms.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to identify newsworthy stories and events to promote through various media channels.

Strategic Planning:

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans to support the organisation's goals and objectives.

  • Conduct research and analysis to identify emerging communication trends, audience preferences, and stakeholder perceptions.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Experience in media issues management, including developing end-to-end media strategies and crisis communications plans.

  1. Proven ability to proactively identify opportunities and maximise media opportunities in line with the organisation's objectives and

achievements while exercising sound judgement.

  1. Excellent written and verbal skills, including the ability to prepare spokespeople for media interviews.

  2. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop strong, effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

  3. Proven ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate leadership and strong mentoring skills, proactively providing support to other team

members as needed as well as an ability to operate independently where required.

Desirable

1. An appropriate tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in journalism, public relations, communications, or a similar discipline.

  1. Experience in leading a small team or mentoring and supporting other team members. An ability to support the Executive Director, including

backfill opportunities, would be desirable.

3. Knowledge of protocol and honours and awards in an emergency service environment

Further information

The successful applicant must consent to a check by NT Police of criminal records and intelligence data to confirm they have no significant criminal

history record.