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SalaryThe core capability requirements for this role require a strategic focus on community safety portfolios of Disaster Management, State Emergency Service and Marine Rescue Queensland.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate media management, corporate communication, Public Affairs and marketing strategies on behalf of the QPS.
- Oversee the production of news releases, multi-media news content, social media content, speaking points and materials for external communications.
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the Media Operations team, providing specialist Media and organisational guidance to team members and overseeing the delivery of high-quality media services.
- Prepare and deliver media awareness and skills training sessions for QPS staff as required.
- Provide specialist advice to members of the QPS on media, Public Affairs and marketing issues.
- Identify proactive media, marketing and promotional opportunities for the QPS.
- Prepare complex news releases, talking points, speech notes and briefing material for use by QPS executives or the Minister.
- Represent the Media and Public Affairs Branch and the QPS at meetings with clients, stakeholders and potential corporate sponsors of the QPS.
Role Requirements:
Qualification:
- Applicants with formal qualifications in journalism and Public Affairs will be favourably considered.
- Applicants with government experience in community safety portfolios, such as Disaster Management, State Emergency Service or Marine Rescue will be favourably considered.
Technical/ Operational/ Educational experience:
- Applicants with experience in journalism and Public Affairs will be favourably considered.
Other:
- Rotational shift work between the hours of 6am and 6pm is required. Rotational weekend work is required. The business unit may schedule some duties outside of business hours. Inter/intra state travel may be required.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/559026/24
Closing Date: Thursday, 2nd May 2024
