Team Leader Media & Strategic Communications
SALARY: $104,768 - $120,057 pa + market allowance + super
Work Type: Temporary Full Time - up to 12 months
Location: Oran Park Administration Building - 70 Central
Avenue, Oran Park ****
Enjoy a 35-hour working week
Flexibility through Flex leave provisions and hybrid
work arrangements
Health program including free flu vaccinations, skin
checks and health and wellbeing leave options
Free parking in a central location with a modern
building with latest technology
Join an organisation committed to offering and
supporting professional career development
Corporate Gym Membership available & Fitness
Passport
This is an exciting opportunity to drive Council's media
strategy, influence key messages and provide trusted communications advice to
senior leaders.
Bring your strategic thinking, exceptional storytelling, and
leadership skills to a role where you will identify
emerging issues, shape compelling narratives, manage complex media enquiries
and provide trusted strategic advice in a fast-paced and high-profile
environment.
Your expertise in media relations, issues management and
stakeholder communications will help strengthen community engagement, protect
Council's reputation and elevate its profile across the region.
About You
You are an experienced media and
communications professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys
turning complex issues into explicit, compelling stories.
You are proactive rather
than reactive, have strong news judgement, and are comfortable providing




strategic advice to senior leaders on matters that attract public, political or
media interest.
Most importantly, you are a trusted communicator who
consistently delivers high-quality work and contributes positively to a
collaborative team culture.
What We Offer
We are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career.
We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance.
We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people.
As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!
Essential:
Relevant qualifications
and/or extensive experience in media and communications
Experience in writing
for government, executive or similar media and communications
Highly developed
written, verbal and analytical skills, including ability to write engaging
media releases, speeches and media briefing notes that are relevant,
timely, accurate and have a high impact
Extensive experience in




dealing with the media and preparing responses on behalf of people on
various levels in the organisation
Ability to research and
analyse issues promptly and provide appropriate and innovative media and
communications advice and solutions
Demonstrated ability to
communicate effectively with people from all levels of community, business
and government
Ability to produce work
of a high quality within established timeframes, under immense pressure to
deliver actions and projects and with minimal supervision
Proven understanding of
government processes, with an established network of media contacts
Willingness to show
flexibility in work hours to meet urgent needs of the organisation and the
media including after hours, weekends and public holidays when required
Ability to operate in a
team environment both as a leader and participant
Demonstrated ability to
apply EEO, WHS and ethical practice principles and to act with probity at
all times
Desirable:
Knowledge of government protocol, policies and
procedures
Understanding of the Local Government Act
Experience with photography and videography including
editing software – preferably Adobe products
Ability to comfortably attend public functions,
launches and announcements and represent Council to a high standard.
Further Information
: Michelle Jack, Manager Advocacy & Strategic Communications, ************
Closing Date for above position
: 16/11/2026
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📌 Team Leader Media & Strategic Communications (Sydney)
🏢 Camden Council NSW Australia
📍 Sydney