Team Leader Media & Strategic CommunicationsTeam Leader Media & Strategic CommunicationsSALARY: $104,768 - $120,057 pa + market allowance + superWork Type: Temporary Full Time - up to 12 monthsEnjoy a 35-hour working weekFlexibility through Flex leave provisions and hybridwork arrangementsHealth program including free flu vaccinations, skinchecks and health and wellbeing leave optionsFree parking in a central location with a modernbuilding with latest technologyJoin an organisation committed to offering andsupporting professional career developmentCorporate Gym Membership available & FitnessPassportThis is an exciting opportunity to drive Council's mediastrategy, influence key messages and provide trusted communications advice tosenior leaders.
Bring your strategic thinking, exceptional storytelling, andleadership skills to a role where you will identifyemerging issues, shape compelling narratives, manage complex media enquiriesand provide trusted strategic advice in a fast-paced and high-profileenvironment.About YouYou are an experienced media andcommunications professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoysturning complex issues into transparent, compelling stories.
You are proactive ratherthan reactive, have strong news judgement, and are comfortable providingstrategic advice to senior leaders on matters that attract public, political ormedia interest.
Most importantly, you are a trusted communicator whoconsistently delivers high-quality work and contributes positively to acollaborative team culture.What We OfferWe 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!
Relevant qualificationsand/or extensive experience in media and communicationsExperience in writingfor government, executive or similar media and communicationsHighly developedwritten, verbal and analytical skills, including ability to write engagingmedia releases, speeches and media briefing notes that are relevant,timely, accurate and have a high impactExtensive experience indealing with the media and preparing responses on behalf of people onvarious levels in the organisationAbility to research andanalyse issues promptly and provide appropriate and innovative media andcommunications advice and solutionsDemonstrated ability tocommunicate effectively with people from all levels of community, businessand governmentAbility to produce workof a high quality within established timeframes, under immense pressure todeliver actions and projects and with minimal supervisionProven understanding ofgovernment processes, with an established network of media contactsWillingness to showflexibility in work hours to meet urgent needs of the organisation and themedia including after hours, weekends and public holidays when requiredAbility to operate in ateam environment both as a leader and participantDemonstrated ability toapply EEO, WHS and ethical practice principles and to act with probity atall timesKnowledge of government protocol, policies andproceduresUnderstanding of the Local Government ActExperience with photography and videography includingediting software – preferably Adobe productsAbility 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
📍 Sydney