VPS5 Senior Media and Events Officer

7 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Senior Media and Events Officer (Emergency Support)

Location: Melbourne CBD

Period: Fixed-term contract | 10 November 2025 – 22 February 2026

Classification: VPS5 Equivalent ($ $

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Media and Events Officer to play a critical role in supporting emergency management communications. This is a fast-paced, dynamic role where you will contribute to proactive media strategies, event coordination, and high-level stakeholder engagement to support community safety and resilience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver proactive media strategies to manage issues and reputational risks.
  • Draft and edit media releases, speeches, briefings, and communication materials.
  • Provide expert media advice and support to senior executives and government stakeholders.
  • Coordinate press conferences, site visits, itineraries, and public events for senior officials.
  • Monitor and manage potential reputational risks, ensuring consistent and accurate messaging.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with media, executives, and key stakeholders.
  • Contribute to emergency management communications during preparedness, response, relief, and recovery phases.

About You

You are a skilled communications professional with experience in government, emergency management, or complex stakeholder environments. You will bring strong judgment, resilience, and the ability to work under pressure.

Key Skills and Experience

  • Demonstrated ability to deliver media and communication initiatives in high-pressure environments.
  • Proven writing skills across multiple channels (media, digital, speeches, newsletters, websites).
  • Experience in stakeholder engagement and media liaison at a senior level.
  • Strong organisational skills to manage events, logistics, and competing priorities.
  • Tertiary qualification in communications, media, public relations, or a related field (highly desirable).

The Opportunity

This role offers a unique chance to contribute to meaningful outcomes in community safety and resilience. You will be part of a high-performing, collaborative team delivering communications that matter.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter addressing the key skills and experience.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

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