Are you an experienced media and communications specialist?Are you a strategic thinker with strong interpersonal skills?$125,178 - $140,153 pa (plus super, plus RDO)About the roleWe're seeking a proactive media and communications specialist to join our Strategic Communications team. In this senior role, you'll shape and implement media initiatives to support Council objectives. You'll manage daily media interactions and build strong relationships with media outlets. Your expertise will help foster a media-savvy culture and guide the CEO, mayor, and councillors.Key responsibilitiesCreate and execute media strategies aligned with Council priorities.Build and maintain effective media relationships.Respond to media inquiries and draft press releases.Monitor news coverage and coach Council staff on best practices.Identify trends to inform advocacy efforts and work closely with internal clients to craft strategic communication plans.About youYou are an experienced media relations professional with a strong sense of political awareness and the ability to simplify complex topics. Your background includes managing media inquiries, developing strategic communication plans, and speechwriting. With exceptional interpersonal skills, you excel at building solid relationships with senior leaders and media contacts. Self-motivated and detail-oriented, you thrive in fast-paced environments and handle tight deadlines with ease.Employment requirementsApplicants must have the right to work in Australia.Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Record Check.How to applySubmit your application online by 11:59pm, 31 October 2024. All applications must be made via the online portal; no direct applications to the hiring manager or from recruitment agencies will be considered.ContactFor a confidential discussion about this position, please contact Renee Swanson, Acting Head of Strategic Communications via email at .Commitment to DiversityThe City of Boroondara is committed to providing systems that are accessible to as many people as possible. We understand that this portal may not meet the needs of people who rely on Assistive Technology or have other diverse requirements. If you have any difficulty using our recruitment system, please do not hesitate to contact People Culture and Development on or to allow us to help in any way we can.Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers. To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds. If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance. Council is a child safe organisation and as such, some positions may require the incumbent to hold a Working with Children Check.Working togetherWe are currently undertaking an exciting project that will see a transformation in the way we work and the way we serve our customers. Implementation of the Boroondara Customer First Program will provide a customer centric model of service delivery that includes technological innovation, process improvement and business system renewal - we value your input and look forward to our journey ahead.#J-18808-Ljbffr