Senior Communications & Media Lead – Remote/Hybrid

Northern-Grampians-Shire-Council; Stawell; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / remote work options

Training and professional development

Supportive team environment

Salary packaging and novated leases

Paid leave options and parental leave

Job summary

Northern Grampians Shire Council is seeking a Senior Media and Communications Officer to lead media, communications and engagement initiatives that connect our organisation with the community we serve.

Reporting to the Coordinator Communications, you will shape messaging, manage media enquiries, write content for digital and print channels, and lead campaigns and events that reinforce the Council's brand in a dynamic regional setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in strategic communications, media relations and stakeholder engagement.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences.
• Experience developing content across digital, print, social media and traditional media channels.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing media and communications strategies.
• Managing media enquiries, responses and relationships.
• Writing engaging content for digital, print and social media platforms.
• Preparing speeches, briefing notes, reports and publications for senior leaders and Councillors.
• Managing website content and social media channels.
• Leading integrated communications campaigns and community engagement initiatives.
• Coordinating corporate events, awareness campaigns and major project communications.
• Supporting and protecting Council's corporate brand and reputation.
• Delivering high-quality graphic design, publications and promotional materials.
• Managing multiple projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Strategic communications

Media relations

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Content development

Project management

Relationship building

Tools

Graphic design

Job description

Northern Grampians Shire Council is seeking a Senior Media and Communications Officer to lead media, communications and engagement initiatives that connect our organisation with the community we serve.

Reporting to the Coordinator Communications, you will shape messaging, manage media enquiries, write content for digital and print channels, and lead campaigns and events that reinforce the Council's brand in a dynamic regional setting.