Remote Government Media Officer (APS)

HorizonOne Recruitment Pty; Canberra; Remote; AUD 90,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home flexibility

Great working benefits

Job summary

HorizonOne Recruitment is seeking a qualified Media Officer for federal government roles in Canberra. The position focuses on advising on media issues, developing proactive strategies and creating media-ready content, with opportunities across a range of departments and agencies.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years APS experience, qualifications in Communications/Journalism/Public Relations/Marketing, and the ability to work in time-sensitive environments.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in APS (Australian Public Service) media roles.
• Qualification in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or Marketing.
• Ability to work in time-sensitive environments and deliver under pressure.
• Australian citizenship and baseline security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality advice on media issues to department and minister’s office.
• Developing proactive media strategies, media-ready content and responses to inquiries.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver complex, strategic media solutions.

Skills

Media relations

Strategic communications

Stakeholder management

Time management

Education

Communications/Journalism/Public Relations/Marketing degree

Job description

HorizonOne Recruitment is seeking a qualified Media Officer for federal government roles in Canberra. The position focuses on advising on media issues, developing proactive strategies and creating media-ready content, with opportunities across a range of departments and agencies.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years APS experience, qualifications in Communications/Journalism/Public Relations/Marketing, and the ability to work in time-sensitive environments.