Emergency services seek an experienced Media and Communications Advisor to manage and deliver content and strategic communications advice
Media and Communications Advisor opportunity $99,163-$105,145 pa plus superannuationFull-time, permanent opportunity. Immediate startMelbourne CBD location Your new role
Statutory Authority seeks an experienced Media and Communications Advisor for full-time, ongoing position within the Media and Communications department based in Melbourne CBD. As a Media and Communications Advisor, you will manage and deliver content and strategic communications advice across various channels to inform and increase engagement.
The position requires a keen eye for detail, ability to manage deadlines and multiple projects, and be a confident communicator. You must be available for roster and for after hours on-call duties on a rotating basis.
Key responsibilities use communications generalist skills to deliver a diverse range of communications tasks.draft media releases, news stories, social media posts, leadership emails, newsletters, video scripts, presentations, briefs, speeches and talking points for various channels and audiences.provide strategic and tactical communications advice, and develop strategies in line with the organisation's direction. Develop plans to deliver media and communication activities and projects.engage with stakeholders, coordinate, obtain required approvals and facilitate delivery of communications content to timelines.manage media response during business hours and on-call after hours on a shared rotating shift basis. Attend media opportunities and deploy to incidents to provide media support as directed.manage development and publishing of corporate communication assets in both print and digital (SharePoint and Drupal) formats. Key Selection Criteria 5+ years' experience in a Media Relations and/or Communications role.Demonstrable experience in producing high quality communications collateral i.e. promotions, digital campaigns, media releases, briefings.Proven relationships with key media and knowledge of media and social media processes and procedures.Demonstrated knowledge of government processes and experience working within the public section will be highly regarded.Demonstrated track record of strong project management/ publications delivery, engaging stakeholders and achieving desired outcomes.Experience working as a team member on long-term major community-based programs including development of key partner relationships desirable. Qualifications Tertiary qualification in CommunicationsA current driver's licence will be requiredCandidates must comply with being triple COVID-19 vaccinated Please Note: Candidates that have submitted a cover letter or statement of useability addressing the key selection criteria will be considered only.Successful candidates must be available to provide communications advice and on-call duties on a rotating roster basis, including after hours and weekend work as required. What you need to do now Click "APPLY NOW" forwarding a copy of your resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria highlighting your media and communications experience and skills, your government and/or emergency management experience, and your suitability for the role. Alternatively, please contact Edgardo Robinson on ******** quoting Ref No. 241485.