Media & Communications Specialist | NSW Government Contract

? Sydney CBD | Hybrid Working, Full Time

? $700-$850 per day + Super

⏳ Immediate Start | Contract through to December 2026 (multiple opportunities available)

An exciting opportunity is available for experienced Media & Communications Specialists to join a major NSW Government agency supporting high-profile operational and public-facing initiatives.

Working within rapid-paced media and communications teams, you will play a key role in managing media relations, developing strategic communications, supporting announcements and events, and providing advice on complex and sensitive issues.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop media releases, statements, briefing notes, speeches and communication materials
- Manage media enquiries and provide timely responses
- Build strong relationships with journalists, media outlets and key stakeholders
- Support ministerial and executive communications activities
- Coordinate media events, announcements and public engagements
- Identify emerging issues and develop proactive communication strategies
- Contribute to crisis communications and reputation management activities
- Create engaging media, digital and visual content
- Work collaboratively across communications,



operations and stakeholder teams

About You

- Demonstrated experience in media, journalism, public relations or communications
- Strong media relations and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience managing sensitive, high-profile or fast-moving issues
- Excellent writing, editing and content development capabilities
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Strong political awareness and understanding of the media landscape
- Newsroom or government communications experience highly regarded
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience

What's on Offer

- High-profile government project environment
- Hybrid working arrangement (approximately 50/50 office and home)
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Opportunity to work across operational communications, public affairs and media relations
- Competitive daily rate

⚠️ Applicants must be based in NSW for the duration of the contract. Participation in an on-call roster may be required. To express interest, apply now with your latest CV. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📌 Media & Communications Specialist | NSW Government Contract (Sydney)
🏢 Ashdown People
📍 Sydney