Public Safety Media Adviser

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC in Melbourne is seeking an adviser, media to help the public understand the department's work. You will write media content and respond to news enquiries across a range of issues.

You will research and write clear media releases, speaking notes and other content, promote policies through the media and track coverage, and work with senior staff and ministerial offices to share accurate information and support key events.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in journalism, public relations or another communications field is desirable, but not essential.
• Experience handling media enquiries and working with local and city news outlets.
• Knowledge of Victorian Government and department media rules and processes.
• Ability to think clearly, solve problems and give honest advice when issues change.
• Flexible, team-focused approach with strong writing skills and ability to plan work and build trust.

Responsibilities

• Research and write clear media releases, speaking notes and other content.
• Promote key policies and programs through the media and respond to media enquiries.
• Track news coverage and prepare reports to show how the department's work appears in the news.
• Write and review content for publications, events and public updates.
• Work with senior staff, ministerial offices and other teams to share accurate information and support key events.

Skills

Media relations

Writing

Public relations

Education

Journalism/Public relations qualification (desirable)

Job description

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC in Melbourne is seeking an adviser, media to help the public understand the department's work. You will write media content and respond to news enquiries across a range of issues.

You will research and write clear media releases, speaking notes and other content, promote policies through the media and track coverage, and work with senior staff and ministerial offices to share accurate information and support key events.