Senior Communication And Media Officer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Communication & Media Officer to join the Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA). In this role, you will plan, write and continuously improve internal and external content, media and engagement campaigns that aim to educate and serve the one-third of Queensland households that rent.

Operating within a customer-focused, corporate environment that values your professional judgement and contributions, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team that partners with all areas of the RTA to provide strategic and practical Communication and engagement advice, identifying and responding quickly and effectively to planned, emerging and urgent opportunities and issues.

This position is a permanent, full-time role and is located in the Brisbane CBD.

The Senior Communication & Media Officer will work collaboratively within a busy, small team to plan and deliver comprehensive and integrated internal and external communication activities, which engage, inform and educate RTA customers and the Queensland rental sector. This role works with a range of internal and external stakeholders to translate complex legislative information and develops content for diverse audiences across the RTA's communication channels. This position also monitors and reports on media issues and opportunities, manages media enquiries, and produces targeted and shareable digital content, while building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

This is a fast-paced and externally-facing role where you will leverage your strategic thinking, professional judgement and attention to detail to deliver improved Communication and engagement for our people, customers and stakeholders. You will work in a collaborative multidisciplinary team, build trusted relationships, and deliver quality work and outcomes that promote the RTA's services, reach and reputation. Importantly, you will be committed to continuous growth and be flexible to change and operating at pace to help achieve the RTA's strategic objectives and digital transformation.

What we offer is:

• The flexibility to work from home up to 60% of the time
• Beautifully designed offices at Midtown Centre on Mary St, Brisbane CBD
• A rewarding role with professional development opportunities on offer
• A highly supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion while contributing to team success
• An employee Health & Wellbeing program that encompasses our four pillars of wellbeing - financial, mental, physical, and social

To be successful you will need:

• Experience in planning, writing and delivering effective and purposeful content and communication campaigns
• An eye for detail and experience in responding to reactive media requests and pitching proactive media opportunities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an adaptive, collaborative working style, with the ability to work and execute quickly
• Adapt flexibly to changing priorities, be open to giving and receiving feedback and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment to manage multiple tasks and write quality content within strict deadlines
• Demonstrated experience working within a fast-paced corporate communications, media or public relations team is essential

If this rewarding role sounds like an opportunity that compliments your current skills, experience and future career plan, we encourage you to read the attached position description and submit your application.

Your application should contain:

• Cover Letter - Maximum of 2 pages outlining how and why your skills and experience are suited to this position, specifically relating to the functions outlined within the Your Key Responsibilities section of the position description, and the vision, results and accountability indicators for the leadership competencies outlined in the Leadership Competencies for Queensland Framework ( https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com ). 
• Resume
• 2x referees