Strategic Media Advisor - Health & Community Impact

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive team culture

Job summary

Health and Community Services Directorate (HCSD) in Canberra is seeking a skilled media professional to shape public conversation on ACT Government health and community priorities. You will provide strategic media advice, manage issues and respond to enquiries for ministers and senior executives, in a fast-paced, supportive team environment.

The role offers flexible working arrangements and a collaborative culture within the ACT Public Service, with a focus on inclusion and community impact.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in media relations, issues management and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage sensitive issues in a fast-paced environment and deliver clear messages.
• Strong writing skills, sound judgement and media handling know-how.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic media advice to ministers and senior executives.
• Manage issues and reputational risks for priority health and community services programs.
• Respond to media enquiries and prepare compelling content.

Skills

Media relations

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic communication

Content creation

Job description

Health and Community Services Directorate (HCSD) in Canberra is seeking a skilled media professional to shape public conversation on ACT Government health and community priorities. You will provide strategic media advice, manage issues and respond to enquiries for ministers and senior executives, in a fast-paced, supportive team environment.

The role offers flexible working arrangements and a collaborative culture within the ACT Public Service, with a focus on inclusion and community impact.