Media Relations Assistant | Learn PR & Communications

Lifeline Australia

Sydney

On-site

AUD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+
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Flexible working
Employee assistance program
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Job summary

Lifeline Australia is seeking a Media Relations Assistant to work with the Head of Media and Communications, gaining hands-on exposure to media engagement, reputation management, issues monitoring and strategic communications. Ideal for a graduate or early-career professional looking to build a career in media, communications or public relations.

This is a full-time permanent role, offering learning and development opportunities within Lifeline Australia, a national suicide prevention charity

Qualifications

  • Degree or near-degree in communications or related field.
  • Experience in media, public relations or communications environments.
  • Familiarity with Australian media landscape.
  • Strong writing and editing skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
  • Attention to detail and ethical awareness.

Responsibilities

  • Support planning and coordination of media activities.
  • Prepare media briefings and talking points.
  • Draft press releases and background materials.
  • Coordinate interview logistics and approvals.
  • Maintain media contact records and monitoring reports.
  • Monitor traditional, digital and social media for Lifeline.
  • Summarise monitoring findings and highlight risks and opportunities.
  • Research media outlets and developing issues.
  • Assist with reactive comments and background information.
  • Collaborate to ensure messaging aligns with Lifeline values.

Skills

Written communication
Verbal communication
Team collaboration
Attention to detail
Time management
Discretion & ethics

Education

Tertiary qualification in communications/journalism/media studies

Tools

Media monitoring tools
Content management systems

Job description

Lifeline Australia is seeking a Media Relations Assistant to work with the Head of Media and Communications, gaining hands-on exposure to media engagement, reputation management, issues monitoring and strategic communications. Ideal for a graduate or early-career professional looking to build a career in media, communications or public relations.

This is a full-time permanent role, offering learning and development opportunities within Lifeline Australia, a national suicide prevention charity

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