AddressSenior Media and Communications Advisor
Permanent, Full-time (38 hours per week)
Salary: Band 6 - $90,571 - $99,983 + superannuation
Role includes an RDO
We’re looking for someone to lead our media management and to write engaging speeches for our mayor and councillors. Perfectly suited to someone from a journalism background or with extensive media management experience, and who loves crafting words on a diverse range of topics.
What you’ll be working on:
- Handling all incoming media enquiries
- Pitching proactive stories that promote Council’s services, programs, and initiatives
- Writing speeches for our mayor, councillors, and executive leadership team
- Writing a fortnightly councillor column
- Planning and executing communications campaigns for teams across the organisation
What you need to succeed:
- Tertiary qualifications in journalism, communications, or public relations, and/or substantial relevant experience in a media, journalism, or communications role
- Excellent writing skills and champion of plain English principles
- In-depth knowledge of the media landscape
- Strong time management and risk management skills
- Availability for after-hours and weekend work on a rostered basis during significant media events
Why you should apply:
This is a great opportunity to join a dedicated communications team and help shape and drive our media management strategy and delivery.
How to apply:
Follow the links to send us:
- Your cover letter
- Resume
- Two samples of your work that demonstrate your
writing style The position description can be accessed on our website. To find out more about the role, please contact Michael Auciello, Coordinator of Strategic Communications at *********@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au. Applications will be accepted until 11:30pm on Sunday, 7 July 2024.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Progressed candidates will be required to complete a National Police Check.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted working rights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Make an impact that matters!!!
At Hobsons Bay we work as one to achieve exceptional outcomes for our community.
Hobsons Bay Council is shaping precincts, building community infrastructure, delivering positive environmental, social and economic outcomes through programs and policies, and providing over 120 services to strengthen our diverse community.
If you’re ready to rise to the challenge of making a real difference, join us to help create a community and city that is inclusive, empowered, sustainable and visionary.
What can we offer
Council offers hybrid working with newly renovated office facilities in the Civic Centre.
We support ongoing professional development, as your career matters to us!
And we provide an employee assistance program, as well as wellbeing programs for staff including Yoga and Pilates classes, walking clubs and more.
We are a proud inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.
Attachments:
- Senior media and communications advisor.pdf
