Media Advisor (EOB) - The Hon Michelle Landry MP (Rockhampton)

Media Advisor (EOB) - The Hon Michelle Landry MP (Rockhampton)

Position Overview

This position leads delivery of all the Parliamentarians’ external communications, including across traditional and social media, providing key advice on responses to current events and ongoing media strategies and campaigns. The role will involve frequent travel within the electorate and some interstate travel to Canberra. Occasional irregular work hours, particularly during parliamentary sitting weeks will also be required.

The Parliamentarian is seeking an enthusiastic person with solid analytical, communication and organisational skills to join the team.

The key duties of the position include but are not limited to:

- Prepare and provide timely, high-quality written material including media releases, speeches, and talking points.
- Maintain effective relationships with the media.
- Monitor news media, press conferences and social media platforms, ensuring that the Parliamentarian is appropriately briefed on emerging matters of public interest.
- Plan and manage media events.
- Promote, support and maintain a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace culture.
- Other duties as required to support the Parliamentarian and the effective operation of the Electorate Office.

The ideal applicant should possess the following skills, qualifications, and experience:

- Strong written and verbal communications skills.
- Firm understanding of the Australian media and communications environment.
- Sound knowledge of the Australian parliamentary and political system.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with a range of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience providing advice on a wide range of complex public affairs, parliamentary, political and media matters.
- Ability to manage and prioritise complex matters under tight deadlines while exercising a high level of analytical and problem-solving skills.




- Demonstrated experience in working in a high-pressure environment as part of a team.
- Demonstrated professional integrity and the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- A respectful demeanour when engaging with office staff and constituents.

Employment conditions:

The position is offered under the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 and conditions are outlined in the Commonwealth Members of Parliament Staff Enterprise Agreement 2024-27 which include:

- A commencing salary between $76,910 and $89,793 will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills.
- An additional optional allowance of up to $32,510 may be considered in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work and any travel requirements.
- Relocation assistance, studies assistance and paid study leave may also be available (subject to eligibility requirements).
- An employer superannuation contribution of 15.4% will be payable.

Applicants should note the following:

- An initial probationary period of three months may apply and may be subject to extension.
- The successful applicant may be required to undergo a National Police History Check.
- Staff may be subject to automatic cessation triggers in accordance with Section 14 of the MOP(S) Act.
- The successful applicant will be required to comply with their obligations under the Behaviour Codes and Standards.

How to apply

Submit a CV with the names of two referees and a one-page (maximum) cover letter outlining your interest in this position, and demonstrating your skills, capabilities, knowledge and experience.

Submit applications to [email protected]

Applications close on 18 February 2026

Contact Officer: [email protected] or (07) 4922 6604

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,910.00 – $89,793.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Media Advisor (EOB) - The Hon Michelle Landry MP (Rockhampton)
🏢 UM for Ministerial and Parliamentary Services
📍 Rockhampton