Communications and Media Manager

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Passionate about shaping Queensland's future through strategic communications and media? Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) is seeking a skilled Communications and Media Manager to lead the development and implementation of innovative communication strategies, media relations, and stakeholder engagement. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, collaborate with government and industry leaders, and guide a small team to deliver exceptional outcomes. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and want to make a difference, apply now

About EDQ
We are invested in our people: At EDQ, we know that they are the key to achieving our vision for Queensland. We are committed to creating a thriving and inclusive workplace that has purpose and where people are respected, can fulfil their potential, and deliver the best possible outcomes. We achieve this by creating a diverse workforce and by living our guiding principles. EDQ plays a critical role in unlocking land for housing supply both in Priority Development Areas (PDAs) and on surplus Government land. We're committed to working with industry, local government and communities to deliver housing, economic prosperity and liveable places at scale and pace.

Your team - Communications and Media

The Communications and Media team sits within the wider Corporate Services area and works across the organisation to deliver on EDQ's priorities by providing strategic and operational communications and media services, promoting the work of EDQ while also informing and influencing stakeholder perceptions. The Communications and Media team works closely with the Marketing and Engagement team to provide consistent and relevant information and messaging across a range of channels and also supports the Chief Executive and the Executive Leadership Team in their interactions with stakeholders.

Your contribution

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To
» Leading the co-ordination, development and implementation of a range of communication strategies, plans, services and activities, that promote and support the work of EDQ.

» Leading the co-ordination, development and execution of media strategies to ensure EDQ's key strategic priorities are communicated to audiences through a variety of traditional media channels, collaborating with experts in other communications fields to amplify the message.

» Leading the production of a range of high-quality media materials including responses to enquiries, releases, talking points, speeches and news articles.

» Liaising and building relationships with ministerial advisors, senior executives, government departments external organisations and media outlets for proactive and reactive media.

» Liaising and building relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including local government and industry to provide on-going engagement about the role of EDQ and its work.

» Providing, and guiding a small team to provide, strategic advice to key business areas to identify their communication requirements and collaborate with EDQ's Marketing and Engagement team to produce tailored solutions.

» Demonstrating sound governance by evaluating possible solutions and takes appropriate steps to mitigate risk.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on workplace culture

How to apply

To enable us to assess your suitability, your application must include:

• a two-page response to 'What we are looking for', keeping in mind the responsibilities of the role.
• a current résumé of no more than three pages.

Further information about the role can be found in the attached role description.

Please apply through the SmartJobs and Careers website.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Veronica Adams at

Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference
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**QLD/668538/25

Closing Date: Friday, 14 November 2025
Occupational group**
Marketing, PR & Communication