Senior Public Affairs Officer

Cairns Regional Council; Cairns; On-site; AUD 86,989 - 90,545; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Subsidised health and well-being memberships

Up to 5 weeks annual leave

Up to 3 weeks personal leave

12% superannuation contributions

Salary sacrifice opportunities

Learning and development opportunities

Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

Job summary

Join a leading local government organization as a Senior Public Affairs Officer, where you will enhance community connections through strategic communication and engagement. This full-time role requires strong communication skills and a passion for public relations. Enjoy benefits like flexible working arrangements and generous leave policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in public affairs and media communications.
• Ability to translate complex information into accessible content.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to public affairs activities and strategies.
• Manage traditional and social media content and engagement.

Skills

Communication

Public Relations

Social Media

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Tertiary qualifications in journalism, communications, public relations

Job description

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Salary Range: $86,989.73 - $90,545.27 per annum

Position Type: Full Time Permanent

Location: Council Chambers, 119 – 145 Spence Street, Cairns

Application Close Date: Sunday, 1 June 2025 at 11.30pm AEST

Do you have a passion for social media communications and public relations?

Are you excited about shaping how Council connects with the community and stakeholders?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Public Affairs Officer to join our Strategic Communications & Engagement team!

What You Will Do:

As a Senior Public Affairs Officer, you will contribute to public affairs activities and help shape the strategies that maintain and enhance Council’s position with the community and stakeholders. From managing traditional and social media content and engagement to monitoring community sentiment, your work will contribute to improving the connection between Council and the community.

What We Are Looking For:

• Tertiary qualifications in the disciplines of journalism, communications, public relations or similar field along with experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated communications capability and the ability to translate complex information into publicly accessible content.
• Good knowledge of public affairs, media communications and stakeholder engagement disciplines.
• Understanding of the local government context and working environment.
• Strong working knowledge of social media and digital platforms.
• Understanding of managing media releases and responses.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including content development capabilities.
• Ability to relate well to the public, elected members, media, management and staff.

If you are a proactive, strategic communicator with a keen interest in public affairs, media relations, and community engagement, we would love to hear from you!

Some benefits we offer:

• Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
• Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks personal leave
• Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions
• Salary sacrifice opportunities
• Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
• Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

We are committed to:

• Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
• Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: [phone]

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Public Relations and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Government Administration and Public Relations and Communications Services

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