Job Description
12-month initial contract | Brisbane, Canberra or Sydney location | Hybrid flexible working
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THE OPPORTUNITY
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We are seeking an APS6 Senior Media Officer to work within a federal government agency, providing adaptable and responsive media and communications services across a range of projects, ensuring the messaging is consistent, accurate and aligned with its objectives and stakeholder needs.
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Developing and implementing effective media and communication strategies.
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Managing reactive media engagement, including responding to media enquiries, identifying emerging issues and mitigating reputational risk.
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Crafting compelling narratives and generating positive media coverage.
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Managing multiple priorities and delivering results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
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Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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Producing strategic content for a range of internal and external channels and audiences.
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Establishing and maintaining transparent and effective communication processes.
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Analysing, evaluating and reporting media engagement and performance metrics.
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Working collaboratively and effectively within a small media team.
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Relevant tertiary qualifications and more than 5 years' experience working in the media, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
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A strong understanding of the contemporary media landscape.
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Excellent judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high-quality outcomes.
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Demonstrated experience managing media enquiries,



preparing media materials and providing timely, accurate advice in a fast-paced or high‐pressure environment.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise and audience‐appropriate media releases, talking points, statements, briefing materials and executive‐ready content.
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Sound judgement and initiative, with the ability to assess issues, identify risks, manage sensitive information appropriately and escalation matters where required.
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Ability to contribute to the development and delivery of media and communication strategies that support organisational priorities, strengthen public awareness and protect the Agency's reputation.
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Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with subject matter experts, executives, colleagues and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.
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Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and experience using media monitoring, content management or other communication tools to support delivery.
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Experience working in government, health, or other complex public sector environments, including issues management and after-hours media response arrangements.
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Please note that you must be an Australian citizen to be considered for this opportunity.
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This is a contract opportunity for an initial 12-month period, with the potential for further extensions, and can be based in Brisbane, Canberra or Sydney, with great flexible hybrid working options (1-2 days per week in the office). As part of this role, you will also be required to work a rotation of weekend and out of hours on-call duties.

📌 Senior Media Officer (Queensland)
🏢 Pinpoint Talent
📍 Queensland