Advisor - Media & Social Media

AEMO at the Heart of Energy 

We are the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), committed to designing and operating a sustainable energy system that delivers safe, reliable, and affordable electricity and gas. Our mission includes facilitating the transition to a net-zero energy system by 2050, working collaboratively with industry partners to achieve 100% renewable generation capability by 2025. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around Character, Commitment, and Connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant mission in the energy sector.

About the role 
The role is pivotal in elevating AEMO's brand and reputation through strategic media and Social Media engagement. As the lead in Social Media communications, responsibilities include content creation, account management, and budget oversight. 

As a member of the Communications team, you will manage proactive and reactive media engagement, liaising with journalists and managing media enquiries. This includes participating as part of the emergency response team as required and supporting the executive team and CEO. 

This dynamic position demands agility, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to handle concurrent issues while maintaining high output levels.

What you will be doing 

• Efficient handling of media inquiries to ensure timely responses.
• Actively seek coverage of key initiatives via media releases and direct/strategic engagement of journalists.
• Drive the AEMO Social Media strategy, creating and leveraging content to enhance reach across various channels.
• Provide communications and media support to the Executive Leadership Team.
• Engage in emergency response teams, serving as a liaison with media and industry during operational emergencies for effective communication.

What you will bring to the role 

• Exhibit strong writing, editing, and communication skills, adept at tailoring content for diverse purposes, channels, and audiences.
• Demonstrate the capacity to simplify complex or technical information effectively.
• Understanding of the energy market (preferable).
• Display well-developed interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, exercising sound professional judgment.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency in Social Media tools and processes.

In return some of our benefits to you

• Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options
• Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.
• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year. 
• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process 

AEMO values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, parental status, race, religion and our First Nation peoples. We are dedicated to accommodating applicants' needs during the application or interview process, simply let the us know by emailing us at ******@aemo.com.au

If you would like to know more about working at AEMO, please check out our careers page for more information.