AO5 Media, Communications and Engagement Officer

Cari; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 77,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page Australia is assisting a Queensland Government organisation in Brisbane to recruit a Communications Officer for a fixed-term contract through to January 2027, with potential extension. You will support internal and external communications, developing content and assisting with media activities across digital and print channels.

You will work closely with the Media, Communications and Engagement team, delivering across multiple platforms and audiences while managing competing

Qualifications

• Experience in communications, media, public relations or stakeholder engagement.
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Experience creating content for multiple audiences and channels.
• Exposure to social media, digital communications and CMS.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team.
• Experience in government or regulated environments is highly regarded.
• Graphic design or visual content creation experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit and review media releases, responses and stakeholder communications.
• Create engaging content for internal and external audiences.
• Assist with social media content creation and digital communications.
• Produce marketing and communication materials across print and digital channels.
• Design content for websites, reports, brochures and presentations.
• Support stakeholder engagement and relationship management activities.
• Liaise with internal teams, external stakeholders and industry participants.
• Manage multiple communication projects and tight deadlines.
• Conduct research to support communication and media initiatives.
• Advise on communication, publishing and content solutions.
• Assist with communication campaigns and organisational promotion.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Stakeholder engagement

Social media

Content creation

Digital comms

Attention to detail

Project management

Tools

Graphic design

Content management systems

Job description

• Secure contract role through to Jan 2027 with possible extension
• Immediate start!

About Our Client

Our client is a well-regarded Queensland Government organisation responsible for maintaining integrity, transparency and stakeholder engagement within a specialised industry sector. With a strong focus on community trust, education and industry partnerships, they play a key role in delivering communications that inform, educate and engage a broad range of stakeholders across Queensland.

Job Description

As a Communications Officer, you'll support the delivery of internal and external communications across a diverse range of platforms and audiences. Working closely with the Media, Communications and Engagement team, you'll be responsible for creating engaging content, supporting media activities and contributing to digital and stakeholder communication initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:

• Writing, editing and reviewing media releases, media responses and stakeholder communications
• Developing engaging content for internal and external audiences
• Assisting with social media content creation and digital communications
• Creating marketing and communication materials across print and digital channels
• Designing content for websites, publications, reports, brochures and presentations
• Supporting stakeholder engagement and relationship management activities
• Liaising with internal teams, external stakeholders and industry participants
• Managing multiple communication projects and competing deadlines
• Conducting research to support communication and media initiatives
• Providing advice on communication, publishing and content solutions
• Assisting with communication campaigns and organisational promotion activities

The Successful Applicant

We're interested in candidates who bring:

• Previous experience within communications, media, public relations or stakeholder engagement
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Experience preparing content for multiple audiences and communication channels
• Exposure to social media platforms, digital communications and content management systems
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
• The ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively
• Strong judgement, professionalism and discretion
• Experience within government or regulated environments (highly regarded)
• Graphic design or visual content creation experience (advantageous)

What's on Offer

• Contract opportunity through to January 2027 with potential for extension
• Northside Brisbane location
• $68.22 p/h + super
• Opportunity to join a respected Queensland Government organisation
• Diverse role spanning media, communications and stakeholder engagement
• Exposure to high-profile communication projects and initiatives
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to further develop your writing, media and digital communication skills
• Meaningful work that contributes to industry education and community engagement