AddressCreating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally, and globally, James Cook University (JCU) is now seeking an experienced Senior Media Liaison Officer to join our team. If you're a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills and a strong background in media and/or public relations, we want to hear from you!
- Be part of a dynamic team, where your expertise will be recognised and valued
- Full-time and continuing position
- Based at the Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus (the successful candidate must be based in Townsville or willing to relocate)
- HEWL 8: $105,790 - $121,481 per annum plus up to 17% superannuation.
WHAT YOU CAN ACHIEVE IN THE ROLE
As a Senior Media Liaison Officer, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding and enhancing JCU's reputation through your expertise in media management. Your responsibilities will include advising senior management on current and emerging media issues, analysing media coverage, and recommending strategies for addressing potential challenges. You'll also collaborate with senior leaders, academic staff, and researchers to identify opportunities to showcase JCU's research and achievements, and developing compelling media releases and events to reach a broad audience.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE
- Qualifications in media or a related field, coupled with extensive relevant experience, ideally gained from a background in journalism and/or public relations.
- Your track record should demonstrate your ability to develop and execute high-quality strategic media campaigns that consistently yield tangible results.
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills are a must, allowing you to work efficiently and meet deadlines, even in high-pressure situations, with impeccable attention to detail.
- Your strong problem-solving skills should shine through, showcasing your ability to exercise judgment, initiative, and creativity when addressing complex issues.
- Excellent written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills are essential, as you'll be interacting with a broad range of stakeholders including academic and research staff, senior management, students, and journalists.
- It is preferable if you have prior experience in media and/or public relations, particularly in reputational management.
- A track record of creating compelling social media content that engages audiences and advances key messaging objectives, including photography and video skills would be highly desirable.
WHY JCU?
JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth. Employee wellbeing is at the core of our values, and we support our people through the provision of flexible working conditions and many other exclusive benefits including:
- A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
- 5 weeks of annual recreation leave
- 15 days of paid sick/carers leave per year
- Flexible working options
- Attractive options for salary packaging
- Fitness Passport – affordable access to fitness facilities for yourself and family members
- Employee Assistance Program
- Ongoing professional development support
- Staff study assistance
- Access to online media subscriptions
- Corporate discount on health insurance premiums
- Well-equipped campus facilities including medical, gym, childcare and cafes.
WHY TOWNSVILLE?
Townsville enjoys a tropical climate with less rainfall than elsewhere in the Tropics due to the city's geographical location. Winter in Townsville brings blue skies, warm days and cool nights due to south-easterly trade winds. Summer brings balmy temperatures and increased rainfall with thunderstorms usually starting in late October. As the largest urban centre in North Queensland, Townsville is a major commercial and tourism hub, providing opportunities for both business and recreation. Townsville is small enough for you to escape the hustle and bustle of big city life, yet large enough to host major events including sports, music, theatre and festivals. A family-friendly city where you can make the most of the great outdoors through rainforest hikes, mountain biking, and snorkelling or scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are passionate about the world of media management and strategic communication, and meet the key requirements of the role, we encourage you to apply. Visit the Careers at JCU website for further information and submit your application online today. Please ensure that your application addresses the key requirements.
Vacancy reference 18961 – applications close on 1 July at 11:59 PM AEST.
